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Job description

Riada Resourcing is proud to be partnering with Northern Ireland Water to recruit a Finance Business Partner to join its Finance Business Partnering Team. Reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting financial planning, performance management and strategic decision-making across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join one of Northern Ireland's largest and most important public utilities, working closely with budget holders and senior stakeholders to provide expert financial insight, challenge and support. The role offers the chance to influence key business decisions, drive financial performance and contribute to the delivery of essential services across Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Monitor financial performance and provide management reporting and analysis.
• Partner with budget holders to provide financial guidance and support informed decision-making.
• Prepare financial reports, business cases and investment appraisals.
• Support governance, risk management, audit and financial control processes.
• Analyse financial data and maintain accurate reporting using financial systems and Excel.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements and best practice.
• Contribute to statutory reporting and organisational performance initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Fully qualified accountant and a current member of one of the following professional bodies:
• Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI)
• Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
• A minimum of:
• 2 years' post-qualification experience in a similar role; OR
• 1 year's post-qualification experience plus 1 year's relevant industry experience in a finance role.
• Demonstrable experience of:
• Management reporting
• Finance business partnering
• Financial planning and forecasting
• Proven ability to:
• Influence and build relationships with senior stakeholders
• Think strategically and anticipate challenges
• Develop practical and effective financial solutions
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modelling and analysis.
• Possession of a current driving licence or access to suitable transport to meet the requirements of the role.

Further Information

Overview: Location: Belfast. Job Type: Fixed Term Contract. Duration: Until 30 April 2027. Salary: £44,264 - £59,018 per annum. Employee Benefits: Generous annual leave and public holidays. Flexible working and family-friendly policies. Hybrid working arrangements. Occupational sick pay. Employee Assistance Programme. Cycle to Work Scheme. Volunteering support initiatives. Annual salary review.