Finance Business Partner

Health Research Authority

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Job summary

Are you passionate about turning financial data into actionable insights with a knack for strategic thinking? If so we want you to join our Finance team as a Finance Business Partner.

Main duties of the job

As a Finance Business Partner you will play a critical role in our financial planning and decision-making processes. You will work closely with key budget holders, providing vital insights that drive the organisation's strategy.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • preparing, analysing and reporting on monthly management accounts
  • developing and monitoring budgets, forecasts and financial models
  • collaborating with cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making
  • identifying costs-saving opportunities and driving efficiency improvements
  • support year-end financial processes and liaising with audiors
  • continuously improving financial systems, processes and controls.

About us

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for you, not just us and the work we do.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that help us to deliver the best services.

We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community. This includes:o ageo disabilityo ethnicityo gender identity and expressiono religion or beliefo sexo sexual orientationo other diverse characteristics

We have policies in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.

When applying to work here, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement - if it works for you, we'll do our best to make it work for us.

Date posted

03 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours

Reference number

980-HRA643-A

Job locations

3 Piccadilly Place,

London Road,

Manchester

M1 3BN


Job description

Job responsibilities

This role sits within the HRA Resources directorate which consists of various functions that work collaboratively to provide and deliver a range of services to staffcommittee members and suppliers of goods and services to the organisation.The directorate functions are:- HR- Finance- Governance- Commercial- Equality & Diversity- Learning & DevelopmentTo find out more and to understand the full duties of the role, please refer to the jobdescription attached.In submitting your application with us, please note the following:We currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies.We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement.Where applicants fail to demonstrate how they meet any one of the essential criteriaof the person specification, the application will not be shortlisted. You will beconsidered based only on the information in your application form. CVs will not beconsidered.The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role sits within the HRA Resources directorate which consists of various functions that work collaboratively to provide and deliver a range of services to staffcommittee members and suppliers of goods and services to the organisation.The directorate functions are:- HR- Finance- Governance- Commercial- Equality & Diversity- Learning & DevelopmentTo find out more and to understand the full duties of the role, please refer to the jobdescription attached.In submitting your application with us, please note the following:We currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies.We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement.Where applicants fail to demonstrate how they meet any one of the essential criteriaof the person specification, the application will not be shortlisted. You will beconsidered based only on the information in your application form. CVs will not beconsidered.The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • CCAB or CIMA finalist or passed finalist or qualified by extensive experience in all aspects of management and financial accountancy

Desirable

  • CCAB or CIMA qualified

Experience

Essential

  • Prior experience of NHS Finance principles and procedures

Knowledge, Skills and Expertise

Essential

  • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and finance ledger systems

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of business planning and investment appraisal

Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and finance ledger systems

Essential

  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to plan tasks and demonstrate flexibility as required.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Analytical and Judgemental Skills

Essential

  • High level numeracy skills and ability to understand, interpret ad explain highly complex, financial information across the organisation

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to influence and negotiate complex situations.

Other

Essential

  • Commitment to inclusivity and valuing diversity
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • CCAB or CIMA finalist or passed finalist or qualified by extensive experience in all aspects of management and financial accountancy

Desirable

  • CCAB or CIMA qualified

Experience

Essential

  • Prior experience of NHS Finance principles and procedures

Knowledge, Skills and Expertise

Essential

  • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and finance ledger systems

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of business planning and investment appraisal

Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and finance ledger systems

Essential

  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to plan tasks and demonstrate flexibility as required.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Analytical and Judgemental Skills

Essential

  • High level numeracy skills and ability to understand, interpret ad explain highly complex, financial information across the organisation

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to influence and negotiate complex situations.

Other

Essential

  • Commitment to inclusivity and valuing diversity

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Health Research Authority

Address

3 Piccadilly Place,

London Road,

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

https://www.hra.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Health Research Authority

Address

3 Piccadilly Place,

London Road,

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

https://www.hra.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Finance Business Partner

Tim Butler

tim.butler@hra.nhs.uk

02071048295

Date posted

03 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours

Reference number

980-HRA643-A

Job locations

3 Piccadilly Place,

London Road,

Manchester

M1 3BN


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