Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner Temporary role Exeter (Hybrid - 6 days per month on site) £400 per day We are currently partnering with an esteemed public sector client in the recruitment of a Finance Business Partner to join their Finance Business Support team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, qualified accountant to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a high-profile organisation. As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with senior leaders and department heads to deliver expert financial guidance, support decision-making, and ensure effective financial management. You will lead on VAT processes, including managing quarterly VAT returns and addressing VAT-related queries, while also taking ownership of key financial control areas such as budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure management. Key Responsibilities: Financial Collaboration: Partner with department heads and senior managers to understand financial needs and provide tailored financial advice to support key decisions. VAT Leadership: Take the lead on VAT management, including overseeing quarterly VAT returns and triaging VAT queries across the organisation. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and managing expectations. Expenditure Control: Monitor and challenge expenditure in line with approved budgets to ensure financial discipline and sound management. Financial Planning & Forecasting: Assist with the development of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and risk management. Essential Qualifications & Skills: A qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with relevant post-qualification experience. VAT expertise and experience in tax management, particularly with VAT returns and related queries. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders and stakeholders. Strong capability to explain complex financial concepts to both finance and non-finance colleagues. A proactive, solutions-focused attitude with a desire to challenge the status quo and improve financial practices. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected public sector organisation, where you will have the chance to make a significant impact on financial decision-making and strategy. With a flexible working environment, excellent career development opportunities, and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture, this role promises both professional growth and job satisfaction