We are looking for two qualified accountants to join our Financial Planning and Reporting team. Both positions are as Finance Business Partners, supporting two key areas of the organisation: one will be supporting our Income and Conservation Investment Directorate; and the other supporting colleagues in the UK Countries Directorate more specifically for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Both are key roles within the team working in income generation, and direct conservation areas. What's the role about: As a Finance Business Partner you will work proactively with senior colleagues to provide an added-value service of financial support to our Directorates. In addition to a strong management accounting background, you will understand the difference that can be made through strong business partnering relationships and be confident in building those relationships. You will gain the respect and confidence of the colleagues you support through strong communication skills (written and oral) and your ability to constructively challenge ideas and plans. You will add value through gaining an intimate understanding of the Directorate that you partner, together with contributing to business performance and the requirements of the finance function with the charity's need. You will be a fully qualified accountant with up-to-date technical knowledge and a desire to progress in your profession. We will want the successful candidate to influence change and use their skill set to further drive the organisation's objectives forward. You will also be comfortable working under pressure, to tight deadlines, and interacting with people at all levels inside the RSPB. Essential skills, knowledge and experience: CIMA or equivalent qualification. Sound knowledge of technical accounting legislation Ability to act as a critical-friend to senior management balancing challenge and support. Develop effective working relationships that influence and challenge senior management teams, so that the role of the Finance Business Partner is an integral and valued part of the organisation. Ability to influence decision makers through sound logic, diplomacy and assertiveness. Ability to evaluate incomplete and complex financial information, to develop and consider a range of possible options and make a judgement as to the recommended course of action. Ability to convey appropriate financial messages to various audiences. Sound coaching, mentoring, presentation and training skills. Ability to ascertain financial trends and calculate the impact of them on the organisation under various scenarios. Working in cross-functional teams to provide transformational advice on new initiatives, investment appraisals/organisational restructures/matters of risk and control in order to support effective decision making. Support senior managers to develop their financial plans so that the corporate strategy is realised. Build capability and knowledge in managers so that they can effectively manage their budgets through effective financial information, support and advice. Identify financial risks and work in collaboration with managers to design effective mitigation strategies. Identify, research, design, gain approval and successfully implement new Finance initiatives and ideas for change based on business analytics and expert knowledge of client areas. In conjunction with the Finance Management Team contribute to the development of the wider Finance Department Strategy to make the service best in class. Working with the Finance Operations team, ensure the highest level of customer service and support is delivered and operating styles and procedures are continuously reviewed so that the service is business focused in the delivery of objectives Desirable skills, knowledge and experience: Experience of forecasting and planning in a dynamic environment Experience of delivering transformation change Delivery of coaching and training of financial matters to non financial colleagues Experience of annual accounts preparation Knowledge of charity finance matters Additional Information The role is a hybrid position that will require travel in the UK including to the UKHQ Finance Department in Sandy Bedfordshire, and to attend meetings in the support of your directorate. This is a Permanent/ Full-Time role for 37.5 hours per week. We are looking to conduct interviews for this position on 6th or 12th of May. For further information please contact Ann.Mathersrspb.org.uk In order to apply you will be required to upload a CV and complete a short application form. There will be an option to complete a cover letter section where you will have the opportunity to explain how you meet the criteria set above. This role will require completion of the standard pre-employment checks. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes attached to the top of this advert.