Finance Business Partner - #2100143

Finance Business Partner

We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to support financial planning, cost control and commercial decision-making across our Central Functions.

This role plays a key part in driving financial discipline, transparency and accountability across the organisation, working closely with Department Heads and key stakeholders.

The position will have ownership of central cost bases, including budgeting, forecasting, spend oversight and financial controls, alongside responsibility for strengthening processes such as purchase order (PO) governance and invoice approvals.

The role will also support oversight of CapEx and project-related spend and measurement and monitoring of project deliverables, partnering with FP&A and Finance teams to ensure strong financial management of a growing investment portfolio.

This role can be based in our Birmingham or London city centre office with a hybrid workstyle.

What does the role entail?

Business Partnering

• Act as the primary Finance Business Partner for Central Functions, supporting Department Heads across areas such as HR, IT, Marketing, Legal and Operations.
• Build effective relationships to provide insight, guidance and constructive challenge.
• Support stakeholders in managing budgets and understanding financial performance.

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support delivery of the annual budget, forecasts and planning cycles for Central Functions.
• Provide visibility on cost drivers, trends and risks.
• Assist with scenario analysis to support decision-making and cost optimisation.

Cost Control & Spend Management

• Monitor and track functional cost performance against budget.
• Support robust cost control through:
• Invoice review and approval processes
• Supplier spend tracking
• Variance analysis and explanation
• Help ensure adherence to financial policies and controls.

PO Process & Financial Governance

• Support the development and embedding of an effective Purchase Order (PO) process.
• Work with Procurement and Finance to:
• Improve spend visibility and approval controls
• Strengthen governance and compliance
• Enhance efficiency of invoice and supplier processes

CapEx & Project Support

• Support tracking and oversight of CapEx and project-related spend.
• Work with project owners to:
• Monitor budgets vs actuals
• Maintain clear financial tracking
• Ensure appropriate approvals and controls are in place
• Contribute to improving visibility of investment performance.

Reporting & Insight

• Produce and support monthly reporting and analysis for Central Functions.
• Translate financial data into clear, practical insights for stakeholders.
• Support improvements in reporting tools and processes (e.g. Power BI).

Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• FP&A team on planning and analysis
• Finance / Controllership on accounting and governance
• Procurement on supplier and spend processes
• Act as a key link between finance and central departments.

What we’re looking for?

• Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in FP&A, management accounting or business partnering roles.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
• Exposure to financial processes (e.g. PO, procurement, spend controls) desirable.
• Experience supporting non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proactive, organised and detail-oriented.

Why This Role Is Different

• Broad exposure across all Central Functions
• Opportunity to help shape and improve financial processes and controls
• Involvement in growing CapEx and project activity
• Strong collaboration across FP&A, Finance and operational teams

Why Join Isio

Isio is a fast-growing professional services business, that offers career development through an evolving client base, diverse and meaningful work, nationwide opportunities, and a culture that rewards high performance and accountability.

We hold ourselves to the highest standards and our values guide how we advise our clients, how we operate as a business and how we work together as a team. We call it the Isio Attitude. We encourage our people to be bold, to communicate with conviction, and to deliver advice that matters.

Here, growth brings opportunity - more responsibility, more clients, and work that stretches and develops you. We invest in training and development so you can expand your skills and explore different career paths across diverse markets to make your mark. Isio is a place to realise your potential and build a career with impact. You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer on our career's website Isio - Careers & Benefits.

About Isio

At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact.

We can offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work, supporting a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please ask us.