Senior Finance Business Partner
Licensed sponsor Twickenham Full-time Posted 2 days ago
Achieving for Children is looking for a Senior Schools and Early Years Finance Business Partner to join our collaborative, forward-thinking Finance Team.
In this pivotal leadership role, you will become our organisational subject matter expert in early years finance. Working alongside a peer specialising in schools finance, you will co-lead and develop a dedicated team of finance business partners to deliver an exceptional, forward-looking finance service.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading Early Years Finance: Oversee all early years funding functions, ensuring providers receive robust, timely advice and accurate funding in line with regulatory requirements.
- Strategic Advisory: Shape and guide funding strategy, proactively addressing key sector issues collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Governance & Representation: Act as the lead for early years funding at Schools Forum, presenting key reports and strategic recommendations.
- Team Leadership & Innovation: Manage and mentor a team of business partners, championing modern digital processes and continuous service improvement.
Who We’re Looking For
- Qualified Accountant (or possessing substantial, equivalent senior finance experience).
- Early Years Expertise: Proven experience with early years finance, funding formulas, or entitlement offers.
- People Leader: A collaborative leader dedicated to coaching team members and building trusted partnerships across educational providers and wider teams.
- Confident digital/ICT capabilities with an eye for process modernisation and efficiency.
- Inspired to use financial expertise to directly improve outcomes for children and families.
