We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our experienced Finance Team at the College.
Reporting to the Director of Finance this is an established post in the Finance Team and a key role to ensure that stakeholders are informed and advised to aid decision making.
Your duties
You will be responsible for budgeting and forecasting of the College and its subsidiaries and business partnering with the budget holders and commercial managers.
You will produce accurate monthly management accounts, variance analysis and key performance information for the use of budget holders, the Chief Operating Officer, the Senior Leadership Team and all stakeholders.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for the full requirements of the role.
Person specification

You will be:

• QBE/Part Qualified CCAB/Qualified AAT

Ideally you will have:

• CCAB financial qualification (i.e. ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA)

and there will be a commitment to and evidence of CPD.
You should be able to demonstrate strong financial analysis capabilities, have worked extensively across departments, and have good communication skills, both oral and written.
Previous experience of working within the Further Education or Higher Education sector is preferable, although not essential for this post.
Benefits

There are too many benefits to working at Moulton College to include them all. Aside from the location (Moulton is located in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside covering over 450 hectares, with a further 170 hectares rented as grazing for our livestock), Moulton College boasts a dedicated, skilled and experienced staff team and an aspirational student body. As a valued employee at Moulton College you will have access to:

• 38 days’ annual leave, including 8 bank holidays **
• A maximum of 5 College closure days **
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 24.7%)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits *
• High Street Discounts scheme with access to discounts at a host of retailers
• Opportunity for annual volunteering day *
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development of Moulton College employees
• Access to 24/7 Support Line for employees and close family household members
• A focused and committed Wellbeing group at the forefront of positive initiatives
• Healthcare cash plan *
• Discounted on-site Gym membership available
• Discounted nursery fees
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme *
• Eye care vouchers *
• Online payslips

(* Subject to conditions / ** Pro rata for part time)
We help new employees settle in through central College induction events and local induction activities. We also provide a range of essential information through our online learning packages. These cover various topics including EDI, Safeguarding, Health & Safety at Work, to name but a few.
How to apply
Applications may be reviewed and shortlisted upon receipt. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Please note that, in line with current legislation, an online search will be undertaken as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates to prevent (or minimise the risk of) individuals being employed to work with young people who may be unsuitable to do so. Any specific concerns regarding any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, may then be discussed during the interview stage with the candidate.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo a range of checks in line with Keeping Children Safe In Education, including an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service prior to employment commencing.
To apply for this role, please download the college application form, complete and return via email to jobs@moulton.ac.uk; these are located on the College website at https://www.moulton.ac.uk/work…; Alternatively email jobs@moulton.ac.uk to request an application pack.
CV’s will not be considered

Please refer the Job description for details