Salary Circa £55,000 per annum

Contract type Permanent

Location Great Abington, Cambridge CB21 6AD (Agile; approximately 2 days a week from our office)

Published

12 hours ago

Closing

in 17 days

This is a Permanent, , Full Time vacancy that will close in 17 days at 23:59 GMT.

The Vacancy

As the Finance and Operations Business Partner, you will work alongside the different directorates of the Charity, providing financial information, tools, analysis and insight to Directors and Heads of Service. You will challenge their thinking, helping them to make more informed financial and operational decisions to help drive the business strategy.

You will work closely with all areas of the Charity, forming good relationships with stakeholders, providing real-time financial support and analysis. You will be a trusted financial adviser who is willing and able to challenge decisions in a valued and constructive way.

You will be required to be in the office at least two days per week and will have a high level of financial acumen and understanding, with the ability to bring the numbers to life. Through your knowledge of business activity, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Director of Finance and Operations and the Head of Finance, providing regular updates to ensure the charity is on track and to enable accurate future forecasting and longer-term business planning.

Providing a strong integration between Finance, Corporate Services, and the rest of the Charity, you will assist in driving change across the organisation, ensuring that Finance is always at the forefront of any decision making. In a period where Alzheimer’s Research UK is looking to continue to grow, you will be key in making sure that financial and other operational impact is considered at all times.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the development and implementation of best financial practices.
• Manage and process the quarterly financial forecasts.
• Assist with operational planning, including financial assessment of new initiatives, and processing the annual budgets.
• Provide financial analysis and support to budget holders and directors.
• Prepare the monthly management reports and commentary, enhancing the story behind the numbers.
• Monitor and assess financial trends, risks, and opportunities to inform future forecasting and business planning.
• Liaise with the insight and development team to understand the potential impact of the external macro environment on actual and projected business performance.
• Assess the payback from key fundraising activities; and assess returns on investment for both existing and new events.
• Provide financial training to operational stakeholders as required, to enhance financially sound decision making across the organisation.
• Critical friend.
• Act as a conduit between Corporate Services and the rest of the organisation to ensure that all operational aspects are consulted and considered before decisions are made.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Accounting or financial qualification or qualified by experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including an advanced knowledge of Excel, with an understanding of functions such as Pivot Tables and Formulas
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Experience in a previous finance role
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and numeracy skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to build constructive relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to communicate effectively to colleagues at all levels across the Charity
• Ability and willingness to challenge decisions in a valued and constructive way and to provide a balanced/countered perspective
• Ability to interpret information and prioritise what is important
• Ability to understand and leverage financial and non-financial data
• Ability to demonstrate a deep understanding of organisational operations
• Passionate, proactive, and friendly attitude
• Methodical and adaptable approach
• Strategic thinker

The closing date for applications is the 1st February 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country. Recently, the company has won multiple workplace environment awards and has an outstanding record of employee satisfaction.

The Benefits

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The Values

• Innovation

We are creative and fearless in our work.

• Accountability

We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.

• Teamwork

We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.

The Charity

Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

The Benefits

It is important to offer a range of benefits which are designed to meet both the organisational and individual needs, are market competitive and designed to attract and retain employees.

For more details on working for Alzheimer's Research UK click here.

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Cycle to work scheme

Family friendly policies

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