via Reed · 7 September 2026 ·12 days ago

Finance Business Partner

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Glasgow Full-time GBP 50,000 – 53,000
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Finance Business Partner Central Glasgow (Hybrid Working) Up to £53,000 + Excellent Benefits


Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking for an opportunity to influence senior stakeholders and drive business performance within a large, complex organisation?


We are partnering with a well-established and nationally recognised organisation to recruit a Finance Business Partner into their Glasgow-based finance team. This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to work closely with operational and senior leadership teams, providing financial insight, strategic support, and robust commercial challenge.
The RoleReporting to a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to key business areas, helping leaders understand financial performance, identify opportunities, and make informed decisions.


Responsibilities will include:

  • Partnering with senior budget holders to provide financial analysis, insight, and strategic guidance.

  • Delivering monthly management reporting, forecasts, and variance analysis.

  • Supporting the budgeting and business planning process.

  • Preparing and reviewing accruals, journals, transfers, and financial adjustments.

  • Producing business case evaluations and investment appraisals.

  • Identifying risks, opportunities, and efficiency improvements across the cost base.

  • Supporting strong financial governance and compliance across designated business areas.

  • Translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.

  • Driving continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting.


About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

  • ACCA or CIMA qualification, or active progression towards qualification.

  • Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, or similar commercial finance role.

  • Strong management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting experience.

  • Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.

  • Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and risk management.

  • Ability to interpret financial information and present meaningful commercial recommendations.


Desirable experience includes:
  • Experience working within a large, complex organisation.

  • Exposure to Oracle or similar ERP systems.

  • Project appraisal, investment analysis, or business case preparation experience.

  • Degree qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.


What's on Offer?
  • Salary up to £53,000

  • Hybrid working model

  • Modern office location in Central Glasgow

  • Generous pension scheme

  • Excellent annual leave entitlement

  • Professional development and career progression opportunities

  • Opportunity to influence key operational and strategic decisions


If you're looking for a role where you can combine strong technical finance skills with genuine commercial partnering and stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now for a confidential discussion.

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