Finance Business Partner. upon Tyne LilyLifestyle

Qualified Accountant, Newcastle, Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, Budgets, Projects Finance Business Partner

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid working)

Sector:
Not-for-Profit / Education

Salary:
Competitive, excellent benefits

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time

A 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.

We emphasize hybrid working, a strong wellbeing culture, and the opportunity to shape strategy rather than just report on it.

• 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 with in education, not‑for‑profit, or regulated environments is highly desirable