Assistant Finance Business Partner

Your new company Higher Education business in Bristol Your new role Are you a proactive, commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a strategic, high‑impact role within a leading independent education group? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well‑established organisation that educates over 2500 pupils and is renowned for its inclusive community, rich heritage, and exceptional all‑round educational offering.They are seeking a dynamic Assistant Finance Business Partner to join their collaborative Finance Team. Working closely with the Finance Business Partner and senior leaders across the organisation, you will play a key role in supporting financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic decision‑making.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a varied, stakeholder‑focused role and is motivated by the challenge of supporting a complex, multi‑faceted educational environment.Key Responsibilities Support the Finance Business Partner in delivering insightful financial analysis and reporting Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning Provide clear, data‑driven advice to non‑financial stakeholders across academic and operational departments Contribute to the development of a sustainable financial model that supports the organisation's strategic goals Help drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and controls Build strong, trusted relationships across the organisation, acting as a credible and approachable finance contactWhat you'll need to succeed We're looking for someone who brings both technical strength and strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be: Part‑qualified or newly qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent Analytical, curious, and confident working with complex data Comfortable influencing and advising stakeholders at all levels Commercially aware, with an understanding of the financial dynamics of independent schools (or a willingness to learn) Proactive, organised, and able to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery Passionate about contributing to an organisation with a meaningful educational mission What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Work within a supportive, forward‑thinking finance team Contribute to the long‑term sustainability and success of a respected educational group Enjoy a varied role with genuine influence and visibility Be part of a warm, inclusive community with a strong sense of purpose What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. INDHAF Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)