Finance Business Partner

Location: Central London (Hybrid – 2 days office-based)

Day rate: £350-400 (UMB)

Contract: Interim

Start date: ASAP – immediately available candidates preferred

Overview

Our client is a leading London-based charity looking to recruit an interim Finance Business Partner on a 3–6-month contract. This is an opportunity to make a real impact within an organisation that’s changing lives across the UK.

The Role

As Finance Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in driving financial performance, providing strategic insight, and helping senior stakeholders make well-informed decisions. You’ll act as the bridge between finance and the wider organization, ensuring that financial information is clear, meaningful, and aligned to the charity’s goals.

Key responsibilities include:

·        Building strong relationships with departmental leads and programme managers.

·        Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term financial planning.

·        Providing insightful analysis to guide decision-making and resource allocation.

·        Preparing management accounts with clear, actionable commentary.

·        Helping drive value for money and efficiency across programmes and operations.

·        Supporting business cases, funding bids, and donor reporting where needed.

·        Contributing to process improvement and system enhancements.

About You

You’ll be ideally a qualified (or part qualified) accountant who enjoys partnering with the business and translating complex financial data into clear, engaging insight. You’ll bring strong analytical ability, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach.

Criteria to be successful:

·        ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (or equivalent).

·        Must have experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector.

·        Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant role.

·        Excellent communication and influencing skills.

·        Strong Excel and reporting system capability.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected charity and help ensure financial insight continues to underpin the organisation’s vital work. If you’re a commercially astute finance professional with a passion for purpose, I’d love to hear from you.

Applicants will be reviewed immediately, and the role may be filled before this ad closes. To discuss this role further, and your job search, please reach out to Freya at MLC Partners.