The Role
We’re looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner to play a key role, delivering management accounting, in a small, focused finance team supporting the whole organisation.
Social Work England is the specialist regulator for social work in England, focused on enabling positive change in social work. Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. We are taking a new approach to regulating social workers in their vital roles. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate, to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people’s lives.
What You’ll Do
- Produce timely, accurate management accounts and financial statements.
- Lead month end and year end processes and reconcile key accounts.
- Provide clear financial insight, analysis and commentary to senior leaders.
- Run monthly performance and forecast review meetings.
- Spot risks, opportunities and efficiencies, and shape proactive solutions.
- Support budget holders through scenario planning and the budget‑setting process.
- Build strong relationships with our Department for Education and Department of Health and Social Care sponsor teams.
- Support internal and external audits and contribute to finance projects.
About You
At Social Work England, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are collaborative, curious, inclusive, confident and reflective. We’re looking for someone who can embody these values, inspire others, and contribute to our ambition to be an innovative, transparent and responsive regulator that makes a real difference to people’s lives.
To be a Finance Business Partner you will also need:
- CCAB or CIMA qualification with strong post‑qualification experience.
- Extensive background in management accounts and financial reporting.
- Ability to analyse complex financial information and communicate it clearly.
- Confident decision‑maker with an enquiring, solutions‑focused mindset.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
- Highly organised with strong time‑management and attention to detail.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems.
Why join us?
You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation, influence decision‑making at senior levels, and help shape our financial insight and performance. This is a chance to make a real impact in a supportive, collaborative team.
The Benefits
In addition to your salary, we also offer:
- Hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office.
- 25 days annual leave, rising with service to 30 days per annum, plus bank holidays.
- The option to purchase up to an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum.
- A TIDE award winning inclusive culture, made up of staff networks, social events and forums.
- A pension scheme, life insurance, an employee recognition scheme and cycle to work scheme.
About Us
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Pre-Employment Checks
If you are successful at interview, we will carry out a series of routine pre‑employment checks. These include verifying your references, confirming your right to work in the UK, and completing a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. These checks are conducted in partnership with our third‑party provider, Amiqus, who will guide you through the process. Please note that all offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of these checks. If you have any questions or concerns please contact our recruitment team via recruitment@socialworkengland.org.uk and our team will be happy to help.
Contact
If you have any queries about the recruitment process, or would like to discuss the role, please contact recruitment@socialworkengland.org.uk.
How to apply
To apply, complete the application form by the closing date.
Interview
At interview we will seek to further understand your skills, knowledge, experience and motivation and test the key competencies of the role. If you are successful, we will undertake routine pre‑employment checks.
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