Interim Finance Business Partner

Interim Finance Business Partner
📍 Exeter (Hybrid Working Available)
💰 Up to £250 per day
📅 12-Month Contract
⏰ Immediate Start Available
Hays are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded education organisation in Exeter to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner on a long-term contract basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to join a collaborative finance team and play a key role in supporting financial performance across a complex and evolving organisation.

The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will work closely with budget holders and operational stakeholders, providing meaningful financial insight and support to aid strategic decision-making.
Key responsibilities will include:

Producing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Leading budgeting, forecasting and planning processes.
Providing detailed financial analysis and performance commentary.
Business partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
Identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.
Supporting year-end processes and audit requirements.
Developing financial models and enhancing management information.
Contributing towards a range of finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

Previous experience as a Finance Business Partner, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant.
Strong budgeting, forecasting and management reporting skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
The ability to translate financial information into clear business insight.
Advanced Excel and financial systems experience.
PQ, QBE or ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience).
Previous education sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer?✅ Up to £250 per day
✅ Hybrid working with a mix of home and office-based working in Exeter
✅ Immediate start available
✅ Long-term contract expected to run for up to 12 months
✅ Opportunity to work within a respected education organisation
✅ Friendly and supportive working environment
✅ Potential for extension depending on business needs
If you're available at short notice and looking for your next interim opportunity within a values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now!

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