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Samaritans .This role offers an opportunity to combine commercial finance expertise with meaningful, values-driven work. You’ll act as a trusted adviser to the Income Generation, Corporate Services, and Operations teams, providing insight, analysis, and financial planning to support life-saving services.Contract terms

• Initially a 12-month fixed term contract• £45,000 - £50,000 per annum with Benefits• Full-time hours are 35 hours per week; flexible working arrangements are welcomed• Hybrid working: linked to the Ewell (Surrey) office with a blend of home working and access to offices in Ewell and London Bridge• In-person working: expect to meet in person and work collaboratively; in-person presence around 2 days or more per monthAbout you

You’ll be someone who thrives on partnership and influence, comfortable challenging assumptions while supporting colleagues. You can balance detail with the bigger picture, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing organisational needs — with professionalism, integrity and respect.What you’ll do

Lead commercial financial reporting, forecasting, and scenario analysis for the Income Generation, Corporate Services, and Operations teamsPartner with senior leaders to analyse performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support decision-makingProduce costings and forward projections for new and existing activitiesProvide expert financial modelling and analysis to support new income generation opportunities and strategic initiativesBuild financial capability across the organisation, helping colleagues develop commercial acumenCollaborate across the Finance team to deliver team-wide goals and organisational prioritiesFull outline of the role available in the Job description file here.What we’re looking for

Broad experience in commercial financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and management reportingProven experience leading the financial element of projects or investment decisionsStrong skills in presenting financial information clearly to senior leadershipHighly analytical, commercially astute, and confident in interrogating financial dataAdvanced Excel skills and experience with financial planning/reporting toolsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong working relationshipsExperience within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be advantageousKnowledge of Business Central and Cosmos would be desirableDegree level education or equivalent experiencePart-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent) with proven accounting experienceWhy Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.Apply now

and bring your financial expertise to a role that helps save lives.To apply, please complete the application questions and submit your CV with a brief supporting statement. We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.Due to the timeframes for this role, we’re only able to consider candidates who can start within one month of offer.Seniority level

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Accounting/Auditing and FinanceNon-profit Organization ManagementReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Samaritans and being notified about new Finance Business Partner roles in Ewell, England, United Kingdom.

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