Finance Business Partner
Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire / Some home working available.
£44,666 to £52,547 per annum (Discretionary range to £60,430), dependent upon skills and experience
Full time / Permanent
Reference: 11379
About Us
Diamond Light Source is one of the world's most advanced scientific facilities. We're home to the UK's synchrotron light source - a giant microscope producing beams of light 10 billion times brighter than the sun. Probing the structure and composition of matter, our work drives innovation in everything from vaccines to nanotech.
Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology. Its pioneering capabilities and talented staff are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of scientific research.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join Diamond's finance team. The role provides the opportunity to take ownership of the Science divisions operational financial management function, ensuring all budgets, forecasts and internal reporting are accurate and information is completed in a timely manner.
You will contribute, at both the strategic and operational level, to the financial planning of the Science division, working closely with the other Finance Business Partners to underpin the Vision, Strategy and Delivery Plans of Diamond. You will provide clear direction and guidance to Directors and Budget Owners and strive for continuous improvement.
Working closely with Budget Owners and other Finance staff, this role will continuously improve the financial management capabilities of Diamond ensuring that the financial tools, analysis, and reporting are developed to facilitate informed and optimal decisions at all levels.
About You
You should hold a CCAB qualification, be highly motivated with experience of financial planning and analysis.
You will demonstrate experience in the following areas:
- Financial management - covering budgeting, forecasting and "value added" reporting.
- Financial Planning and Analysis.
- Management accounting concepts and general accounting procedures.
- Finance systems.
- MS office including Excel to pivot table and macro/Power Query level.
You will have the ability to interpret financial data and have good communication and interpersonal skills; being able to effectively communicate financial elements to both financial and non-financial stakeholders and build successful relationships.
Benefits
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 25 days annual leave plus 13 days of statutory and company holidays and 2 annual volunteering days, along with flexible working hours and an excellent pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
To Apply
Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The initial closing date for applications is 16th June 2024. Interviews will be held on 26th June and 1st July 2024 via Teams/Zoom. With second interviews to be held in person at Diamond on 11th July 2024