Finance Business Partner

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive.

If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

We're looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our team in Milton Keynes on a permanent basis.

This role offers a salary of £68,000 - £73,000 with a hybrid working pattern.

Act as a strategic partner to the allocated portfolio of business units, directly collaborating with budget holders to drive decision‑making and performance using financial and non‑financial insights. Build strong relationships throughout the business and within FP&A to instil confidence and trust with key stakeholders both at executive management level and their respective teams, providing support and challenge.

• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with accounting standards (where appropriate) for all statutory and management reporting.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes for the allocated portfolio of departments for the whole cycle. Support and challenge senior management within the business to produce budgets and forecasts which align with strategy and central assumptions.
• Work closely with the Senior FP&A Manager and FP&A Manager to create driver‑based models for income and costs which are easily scalable and maintainable.
• Work closely with the Head of FP&A to continuously review and enhance FP&A processes, tools, and systems to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Hire, train, and develop team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Relevant accountancy qualification (CCAB or CIMA).
• Extensive experience in a financial management or planning role, and managing budgets and forecasts within a high growth organisation.
• Good influencing skills – able to network effectively with finance and operational management across the business in a variety of cultures.
• Experience of working in a multinational environment with exposure to FX translation.
• Proven analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• A generous 9% pension.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Life assurance at 4x your salary.
• 24 days' holiday, and the option to buy or sell extra days.
• Hybrid working to help you find the right balance.
• Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks.
• Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay.
• Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA.
• A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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