Finance Business Partner

Finance Business PartnerLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid working)Sector: Not-for-Profit / EducationSalary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
The OpportunityA large, well-established not-for-profit organisation is seeking a fully qualified Finance Business Partner to play a key role in shaping financial decision-making across the Group.This is a high-profile role partnering closely with senior leaders, budget holders, and executive stakeholders - providing insight, challenge, and clarity at a time of growth and change across the education and skills sector.If you thrive in a role where numbers influence strategy and finance drives impact, this could be an excellent next step.
What You'll Deliver

• Insight-led monthly management accounts and cash flow forecasting for assigned departments
• Strong support for budgeting, reforecasting, and business planning
• Financial leadership on business cases, investment decisions, and new initiatives
• Clear, meaningful KPI reporting to support cost control and performance
• Trusted financial advice and interpretation for non-finance stakeholders
• Contribution to statutory accounts, governance, and compliance
• Collaborative, group-wide planning aligned to strategic objectives
• Continuous improvement and innovation in financial practices

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in financial business partnering
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions
• Able to translate complex data into clear, actionable insight
• Experience within education, not-for-profit, or regulated environments is highly desirable.

• Purpose-driven organisation with genuine social impact
• Influential role with visibility at senior and executive level
• Hybrid working and strong wellbeing culture
• Opportunity to shape strategy, not just report on it