Finance Business Partner

Are you an experienced finance professional who wants to be part of an exciting organisation that makes a positive difference to people's lives? If so, then we have the perfect role for you!We're looking for two experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Finance Team as Finance Business Partners on a full-time, permanent basisThese roles can be based in our Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen office or part of our hybrid working model whereby some of your time is based at home and some in our Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen office, so we will need you to live within a reasonable commute of one of these offices.The RoleReporting to our Finance Business Partner Lead, you'll be responsible for the provision of accounting and analysis to budget holders across our organisation. You'll take the lead for a defined portfolio of business areas in budget setting, forecasting, business reporting and accounting advice.You'll provide financial support, advice and guidance to operational and/or business support budget holders, and other functional colleagues as required. part of your role will also include providing support to find solutions to funding issues, manage deficits and new work/contracts.Please see our role profile for a full list of responsibilities What we need you to bring: -ATT qualified or, equivalent professional accounting qualification or minimum of 5 years relevant experienceA minimum of 5 years' experience of working in a varied finance role in a complex organisationWorking experience in accounting and reporting with prior management accounting experienceDemonstrable experience and understanding of UK accounting & financial legislation and best practice in the UKExperience of managing budgets for a wide range of projectsDemonstrable experience of leading on the preparation of budgets and forecast/projections and monthly reporting processesAdvanced knowledge and expertise in the use of Excel, including pivot tables, lookups and formulasExperience of developing financial processes and controlsThe ability to analyse and interpret statistical dataKnowledge and experience of producing financial reporting and being able to analyse informationA proactive solution focused approach to problem solvingExperience of relationship management with internal and external customersThe ability to produce high quality, accurate work to strict and tight deadlinesProven experience of office related computer packages (word processing, presentation software, spreadsheets, e-mail, etc.)Excellent interpersonal skills and leadership skills with a coaching and mentoring approach.It would be great if you also have: -Knowledge of FRS 102 and Charities SORP accountingSkilled in the development and maintenance of financial controls, policies and proceduresThere will be occasions that we'll need you to travel to other Cornerstone branch locations (travel expenses will be reimbursed as set out in Cornerstone’s expense policy with travel reimbursed by HMRC legislation).About UsCornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with 45 years' experience providing great care and support for adults with various support needs across Scotland.We operate over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provide a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is to encourage social inclusion, reduce loneliness, and improve health, independence and wellbeing by working closely with the people we support and their families, setting personal goals with them, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need to live the best life possible.We are always flexible and responsive in meeting the ever changing needs of the people we support and work closely with individuals and families to agree what sort of support will work best for them.Our strategic aimsTo become an expert provider of services to people with learning disabilities, autism and complex care needsTo be the best employer in social care in ScotlandTo achieve stability and sustainability which supports future developments.Do you have what it takes? What are you waiting for? Apply today! We'd love to hear from you.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a first stage interview on Monday 27th October 2025. 2nd stage interviews will be held on Friday 7th November 2025.Have any questions? Please contact Lynn Wallace, our Director of Finance at lynn.wallace@cornerstone.org.ukThe successful candidate will be subject to a Level 2 Disclosure check through Disclosure Scotland.