Goodman Masson are delighted to be supporting a leading independent policy organisation based in London who are seeking Finance Business Partners to support its globally focused research and advisory work. With a strong reputation for shaping thought leadership and influencing international policy, the organisation is currently undergoing a strategic transformation to modernise systems, streamline operations, and enhance financial planning and oversight.This is an excellent opportunity for experienced finance professionals to contribute to a purpose-led organisation operating at the heart of global affairs. In this role, you will work closely with a research centre, collaborating with academic and policy teams while partnering with central finance to ensure robust financial management across key projects and funding streams.Key ResponsibilitiesLead quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting for your assigned research centreCost projects and monitor profitability across grants, donations, and other funding sourcesTrack actual income and expenditure against budgets; analyse and explain variancesCollaborate with the central finance team on management accounts, accruals, and income recognitionOversee project-specific financial reporting, audits, and compliance with funder requirementsSupport implementation of a new finance system and contribute to process improvementsAct as a trusted financial advisor to research leads and senior stakeholdersStrengthen internal controls and ..... full job details .....