Finance Business Partner

Harper May is currently collaborating with a respected Nonprofit Organisation, dedicated to positive change and committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities.As the Finance Business Partner, you will serve as a strategic advisor to our program teams, providing financial expertise and insight to support effective decision-making and resource allocation.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your financial skills and passion for social impact in a dynamic nonprofit environment.Key Responsibilities:
Provide a high-quality financial support to the nominated internal stakeholders.

These may vary and will include some of the following: Food, Supply Chain & Logistics teams, Network Partner support, Operational centres (warehouses) and Support functions. Deliver monthly management accounts and KPI reporting for the nominated stakeholders.

Monitor spend and provide financial insight and expertise to drive the delivery in line with Group strategic direction. Collaborate with the nominated internal stakeholders to develop and manage budgets and forecasts. Enhance financial reporting and analysis and develop KPI capabilities for the nominated stakeholders. Coach budget holders on finance systems and processes to develop effective budget management and controls.Provide cover for other Finance Business Partners when required, mainly around month end processes and management account reporting. Involvement in month end processes: produce month end journals, conduct balance sheet reconciliations for the nominated business centres. Support with the development and monitoring compliance of the financial policies and processes and controls. Oversee financial aspects of grants, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting to funders. Provide financial guidance and support to the finance transactional team. Line manage (or dotted line management responsibilities, dependant on experience) the finance offices in the operational centres (warehouses)Lead on process improvements in the business areas of responsibility. Provide any other support as and when required. Some travel to the operational centres and network partners, across the UK, will be required.
Qualifications/Skills
CIMA/ACCA/ACA fully qualified or equivalent experienceBusiness partnering experience, preferably in a similar size organisation and business model.

Experience in the commercial Supply Chain & Logistics industry will be of advantage.A good track record in managing month end processesStrong financial accounting backgroundAdvanced Excel skills and experience using a range of accounting software and financial reporting toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt a style to various stakeholdersAbility to build effective relationships across teams, ensuring staff are supported, motivated and challenged to achieve objectives Line management experience will be of advantageStrong analytical and problem solving skillsAbility to adapt and influence changeAn understanding of either the food industry and/or the logistics industry would be advantageous