Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

Edinburgh (Hybrid)

Temporary - Immediate Start

£27 to £30 per hour - 35 hours per week

This role is with a well-established organisation that plays a key role in supporting research and innovation. The organisation is dedicated to delivering projects that make a real difference, with a focus on collaboration, sustainability, and creating a positive impact. It offers a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will contribute to meaningful outcomes.

We are seeking a skilled Finance Business Partner to provide expert financial guidance and support for research and grant-funded projects. In this role, you'll work closely with researchers and project leads to ensure financial compliance, accurate reporting, and effective management of resources to drive successful project outcomes.

• Collaborate with researchers and project leaders to provide financial advice on grant applications, including costings, budgets, and funding requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reports and claims for grants, supported by appropriate documentation.
• Track and manage restricted income and project expenses, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and compliance with funding conditions.
• Oversee salary recharges, overhead allocations, and project costs, ensuring they are accurate, timely, and in line with budgets and funding requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for financial queries from funding bodies, ensuring smooth communication and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Manage the preparation of financial audits for research grants, including reconciliations, evidence collation, and addressing audit findings.
• Provide support for financial management, budget planning, and system administration as needed.
• Supervise and support a finance team member, ensuring effective workload management and professional development.
• Step in for the Head of Finance, Corporate Governance, and Risk when required, taking on delegated responsibilities.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and grant management practices.

• A part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or someone with equivalent experience in financial roles, particularly in grant management.
• Strong skills in using finance systems, spreadsheets, and grant management tools.
• A solid understanding of public sector or charity accounting standards and compliance requirements.

• Extensive experience in managing research and grant finances, including pre- and post-award processes.
• A proven track record of preparing budgets, financial reports, and claims for funders, as well as managing audits.
• The ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-finance colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Experience in supervising or managing team members and supporting their growth.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• A degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field, or equivalent professional qualifications.

This temporary position is available for an immediate start
. If you're ready to bring your financial expertise to a meaningful role supporting impactful research, we'd love to hear from you!