Finance Business Partner

A leading not-for-profit organisation operating leisure facilities across the UK is seeking a Finance Business Partner- Investments to support the financial evaluation of capital projects and commercial development initiatives. The role sits within a wider, successful not-for-profit group and plays a key part in ensuring investment decisions align with long-term strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead rigorous financial appraisal of business cases,

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  Partner with Business Development and Commercial teams to assess new ventures and strategic partnerships

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  Track post-investment performance and support the development of corrective action plans

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  Strengthen governance processes and ensure compliance with delegated authority frameworks

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  Improve financial models and automate investment reporting to enhance decision-making

• Finance Business partner with key budget holders, providing insightful analysis to help deliver pre-agreed outcomes

This is a pivotal role that helps optimise capital allocation and ensures resources are deployed to maximise organisational value.

Applicants need to have the following:

• Demonstrated experience in investment appraisal, financial modelling, and evaluating business cases
• Display strong Finance Business Partnering capability and experience. 
• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to assess strategic alignment and financial viability
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and clearly present complex analysis
• A collaborative approach, with proven ability to work effectively across finance, commercial, and operational teams
• Advanced Excel skills 
• Hold a recognised accounting qualification such as CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA. 

Benefits

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  25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

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  Defined contribution pension scheme

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  Free on-site parking

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  Discounted access to leisure facilities

• Salary up to £65,000