Finance Business Partner - Surrey/South London location Working within the Education and Charity sectors Client DetailsAs a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will oversee and be professionally responsible for the provision of a high-quality financial service to the academies the post-holder is accountable for. This post is central to supporting the trust and its academies to achieve their strategic aims and objectives, via effective and efficient management of financial resources to ultimately transform the lives of young peopleDescriptionThe responsibilities for this role are wide and varied and will include:working closely with School Leadership Teams to discuss financial strategy, management accounts, budgets and forecasts and to provide financial and commercial advice.working with trust finance colleagues to drive continuous improvement in controls, finding efficiencies in processes and enhancing financial analysis which adds value.working closely with other trust departments such as HR, Estates and Procurement to align staffing, estates and supplier strategies with financial plans. Meet regularly with the Principals / Headteachers to discuss financial strategy, monthly management accounts, risks and opportunities, forecasts and to provide financial and commercial advice.Lead on the development of budgets and the three-year financial plans for the academies in the region, ensuring they reflect the strategic priorities of the academies and the academy development ..... full job details .....