Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner – Belfast - £43,000 - £46,600 - 3-Month Contract

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and public sector experience to contribute to an organisation that delivers vital services across Northern Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

·      Lead on budgeting and forecasting, monitoring spend against forecasts and preparing monthly expenditure reviews.

·      Provide accurate and timely management accounts and financial reports.

·      Analyse financial data, identify pressures and savings opportunities, and present insights to senior stakeholders.

·      Reconcile payroll and salary forecasts with the General Ledger, including agency staff.

·      Support long-term financial planning, policy development, and process improvement.

·      Engage with budget holders to provide financial advice and ensure effective cost management.

·      Contribute to the automation and standardisation of financial reporting packs.

About You

·      Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

·      Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

·      Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, reconciliations).

·      Ability to analyse and interpret complex financial data, providing clear insights.

·      Effective stakeholder management and communication skills, particularly with non-financial colleagues.

·      Previous public sector finance experience highly desirable.

If you are interested in hearing more or to be considered for this role, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI.