Finance Business Partner

Are you seeking a fulfilling role in Finance? Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people in Birmingham? 

We are looking for two Finance Business Partner's to join our team on a permanent basis. As a CCAB qualified accountant, you will use your business partnering expertise to deliver strategic and operational financial advice to budget holders across Birmingham Children's Trust.

You will work with service managers to enhance financial performance. Use your technical accounting and IT skills to deliver excellent financial services. Develop and implement financial strategies to support the delivery of business objectives.

You will prepare and present detailed financial reports to senior management. Conducting financial analysis and forecasting to guide decision-making. Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards, mitigating financial risks.

About You:

• You will have strong management, communication, and organisational skills
• You will have proven technical accounting experience
• You will have experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• You will have practical experience of financial software and tools
• You will have the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• You will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Are you ready to join a team that's known for its outstanding performance and supportive environment? If yes, then we would love to hear from you!

Are you looking for a part-time role? We are flexible and will consider applications from those wishing to work part-time.

Interviews will take place week commencing 18th November 2024. For informal enquiries please contact Vishvapreet Bains [email protected] or Rachel Clayton [email protected]

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.