Morgan McKinley are supporting a PE-backed Higher Education business during a critical phase of growth and are seeking an ambitious Finance Business Partner for an immediate start temp-to-perm role.
This is a delivery-focused position suited to a part-qualified or newly qualified professional who can step in quickly, provide high-quality management information, and support operational heads in a fast-paced, investor-led environment.
This role is paying £40,000 - £45,000 DOE, initially on a 6-month temporary basis with a strong pathway to a permanent contract and hybrid working available in London.
Responsibilities
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Partner with departmental heads to provide clear financial insight and support day-to-day budget management.
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Deliver monthly and quarterly management reporting including P&L analysis, balance sheets, and key performance metrics.
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Support the PE reporting cycle, assisting in the preparation of board packs and investor updates.
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Maintain rolling cash flow forecasts to ensure operational efficiency across the business.
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Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with FP&A and senior stakeholders.
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Drive process improvements within the reporting suite to enhance data accuracy and visibility.
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Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support commercial decision-making and new initiatives.
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Work across finance and operations to ensure robust financial controls and reporting documentation.
What We're Looking For
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Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA).
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Proven experience in Management Accounting or a junior Business Partnering role.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for non-finance managers.
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Experience in a fast-paced environment; prior exposure to Private Equity or the Education sector is a distinct advantage.
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Advanced Excel skills are essential (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas).
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A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-growth setting.
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Confident communicator capable of engaging with stakeholders at various levels of the organisation.
