Summary: The Senior Finance Business Partner will play a pivotal role in aligning finance with the strategic goals of a charity focused on medical research. This contract position involves collaborating with business leaders to drive financial planning, forecasting, and governance for innovative research and development projects. The role requires a qualified accountant with significant experience in business partnering, particularly within the charity sector, to influence decision-making through data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with business leaders to plan and deliver key research and development initiatives.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for assigned portfolios.
• Develop financial models, investment appraisals, and business cases to support strategic decision-making.
• Drive cost control and compliance, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Influence key stakeholders with data-driven insights, balancing financial sustainability with long-term impact.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven expertise in business partnering & stakeholder management ideally within the charity/non-profit sector.
• Highly analytical mindset with strong financial modelling skills.
• Ability to translate financial data into strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence at all levels.
• Preferred: Experience in financial management of projects, particularly in clinical trials or drug development.

Salary (Rate): 70000

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Other