Financial Planning and Analysis Manager Largely Remote

Are you an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner seeking to step into a leadership role and guide a high-performing team? Want an opportunity within an organisation that offers flexible working, excellent employee benefits and values internal progression? Want a role that allows you to dive deep into financial analysis, collaborate closely with business areas, and directly influence strategic decision-making? Is yes, read on!

Robertson Bell are partnering with this established educational institution as they go to market for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (Largely Remote) on a permanent basis. This presents an exceptional chance for an ambitious candidate to step-up into a leadership role and share their wealth of experience and knowledge with a skilled team of finance professionals.

In this Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, role you will:

• Lead a team of ten direct reports, providing support and fostering effective development as needed.
• Take full ownership of business partnering for a dedicated business directorate, ensuring precise monthly reporting, comprehensive financial understanding among key stakeholders, and efficient quarterly reforecasting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for both business partnering and research finance functions by identifying and implementing process and system enhancements.
• Oversee the production of TRAC reports, offering guidance and expertise to colleagues to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Situated in the heart of London, this role presents an exceptional work-life balance with a largely remote working pattern, a highly sought after local government pension scheme and an unrivalled annual leave allowance. Seize the chance to lead a team of skilled professionals under the guidance of a respected and seasoned line manager. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess full qualification as an Accountant (CCAB).
• Bring prior experience in, or a strong interest to transition into, the higher education sector.
• Demonstrate expertise as a Senior Finance Business Partner with a proven track record in management accounts.
• Exhibit strong communication abilities and readiness to undertake line management duties.

Applications are reviewed on a daily basis and the advert will close early if the ideal candidate is found. To prevent disappointment, apply today!