Finance Business Partner

We are working with a leading Scottish charity to recruit a Finance Business Partner for an initial 6-month contract with the possibility of extension. This is a key role within the Finance team, supporting a values-driven organisation dedicated to empowering people across Scotland to live meaningful & fulfilling lives. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role across several finance projects, with a particular focus on budgeting & forecasting, management accounts, restricted funds, reporting & financial modelling. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly understand what is needed, take ownership of their work & add value from the outset. Why work here? Salary of £47,000 – £51,000 pro rata Initial 6-month contract with the possibility of extension Be part of a respected Scottish charity with a strong sense of purpose & clear values Enjoy flexibility & work-life balance – primarily remote working, with travel a few times per month Excellent benefits - over 32 days annual leave, up to 9% employer pension contribution, enhanced sick pay & life assurance 35 hours per week Join a collaborative finance team committed to innovation, accuracy, & adding value Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful finance projects & make an impact quickly Job As Finance Business Partner, you will: Work closely with the Head of Finance across a range of key finance activities & projects Prepare & consolidate forecasts & budgets Support the production of monthly management accounts alongside the Head of Finance Set up & monitor the charity’s restricted funds Interpret business reporting needs & develop financial reports, data analysis & operational KPIs Provide financial insight to help ensure finance processes & outputs are understood, followed & responsive to the needs of the organisation Develop & maintain costing & other financial models Work with all colleagues to understand requirements & communicate information clearly Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting & processes Manage competing priorities & deliver accurate work within tight deadlines You As Finance Business Partner, you will: Bring strong technical & analytical skills with a proactive, collaborative approach Have experience developed in a similar or equivalent finance role Have strong budgeting, forecasting & management accounting experience Have experience of systems optimisation & improving financial processes Have practical experience applying accounting regulations Be proficient in specialist financial systems & Microsoft applications, particularly Excel Have experience working within a large or complex organisation Be able to interpret complex financial information & communicate it in a clearly Be highly motivated, adaptable & comfortable managing competing deadlines Have strong interpersonal skills, with confidence to work with all stakeholders Bring demonstrable negotiation & conflict resolution skills Ideally have experience within the not-for-profit sector, although this is not essential Be available to start as soon as possible & within four weeks At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are “striving for brilliance” & “relatability”. We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience & ensure that this opportunity is the right fit for you. Should this role be of interest, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.