Finance Business Partner

Help Shape the Financial Success of Our Educational ProvisionsWe are seeking a skilled and proactive Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team in Swindon or Salisbury. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys building strong relationships, providing strategic financial advice, and helping educational leaders make informed decisions that positively impact outcomes for children and young people.As a trusted advisor, you will act as a crucial link between the Finance function and Education Provision (EP) leadership teams, providing expert financial guidance, robust analysis, and practical support throughout the financial planning and reporting cycle.About the RoleThe Finance Business Partner will work closely with Education Provision leaders, administrators, and central support teams to ensure sound financial management, compliance with Trust policies, statutory requirements, and regulatory frameworks.You will play a key role in budget setting, management reporting, financial forecasting, and supporting leaders to maximise resources effectively while delivering strategic priorities. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong financial acumen, and the ability to translate financial information into meaningful insights for non-financial stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning and MonitoringPrepare annual budgets for designated Education Provisions, ensuring alignment with Trust-approved assumptions, Development Plans, and strategic objectives.Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.Monitor financial performance against budgets and key performance indicators, highlighting and escalating significant variances where appropriate.Develop monthly salary monitoring reports and work collaboratively with People Services to support effective workforce planning.Support Education Provision leaders in making informed financial decisions and implementing actions to mitigate budget pressures.

Training

It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.About YouWe're looking for someone who is as comfortable building relationships as they are analysing financial data. You will be proactive, highly organised, and passionate about delivering a high-quality service to stakeholders.Why Join Us?At Brunel, you'll be part of a collaborative and values-driven organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people.

We offer

A supportive and professional working environment.Opportunities for professional development and career progression.The chance to influence strategic financial decision-making.A role where your expertise directly supports educational success.Competitive salary and benefits package.BenefitsWhether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunitiesBrunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidaysCarefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queriesExcellent pension schemeFree on-site parkingAnnual pay progression opportunitiesContinuous Service date honouredSafeguarding StatementBrunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided. Apply TodayIf you are a finance professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, influencing decision-making, and making a meaningful contribution to education, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application and help us support excellence across our educational provisions.