Finance Business Partner

Posting date:	22 April 2026
Salary:	£39,906.00 to £46,049.00 per year
Additional salary information:	39906 - 46049
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	10 May 2026
Location:	Liverpool, L3 5QA
Company:	Vacancy Filler
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	APR20269098

Summary

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence for research and teaching in tropical diseases. For over a century, we are proud to have contributed to improving global health by researching diseases that primarily affect developing countries. Our work has been recognised by some highly prestigious awards, including Business of the Year 2023 by Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, and recently being ranked in the top 5.3% of universities in the world.As a result of some internal realignment we are expanding our Finance Business Partnering team, looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner who will actively engage with stakeholders to drive business success through financial insights and support.Dedicated to a specific portfolio of research, functional and core projects accounts, the Finance Business Partner will act as the primary contact point and financial expert for budget holders, academics, funders and global partners, building strong relationships to achieve success. Key responsibilities include: Business partnering:Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, offering financial insights and recommendations to support decision making.Provide an outstanding customer service whilst developing first class working relationships, investing time getting to know stakeholders and understanding their needs.Work closely with other areas of the finance team to ensure stakeholders have access to the best finance information and insight.Financial information:Lead regular meetings as the financial “go to” person, presenting financial performance information, progress and results.Assist and guide budget holders in the financial delivery of their accounts, embedding LSTM financial regulations, funder requirements, policies and processes.Work in conjunction with the contracts team to support with the completion of all financial related data.Work with group leaders/budget holders to develop and maintain resource and forecast models to maximise funds, manage cashflow and ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery.Provide end-to-end financial management to the assigned portfolio.Insight & analytics:Interpret financial data, providing meaningful insights and understanding within the LSTM context.Understand anomalies and recommend action to mitigate any arising issues.Audit & compliance: Proactively engage and participate in the successful delivery of all LSTM financial audits. The successful candidate will bring:CIMA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or qualified by experienceProven experience of finance business partnering, with the ability to build fantastic working relationshipsExperience of managing and monitoring significant budgets, with sound understanding of financial management processesExperience of producing and presenting management information to stakeholdersExcellent communication skills with a collaborative and customer-focused approachA resourceful, innovative, and tactful approach to resolving issues, taking ownership to ensure successful resolutionA strong background in research management and knowledge of the funder environment would be beneficial for this role; however, this is not essential. (For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification) Additional benefits of joining LSTM:30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure daysGenerous occupational pension schemesGovernment backed “cycle to work” scheme.Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports CentreA range of additional family friendly policiesApplication Process: To apply for the position please follow the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter.Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role. Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM.We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers. LSTM is committed to upholding freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law for all its members. Candidates will not be disadvantaged or adversely impacted for exercising their free speech within the law during our recruitment processes. For more information, see our Freedom of Speech Code of practice https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/policies-and-procedures/freedom-of-speech-code-of-practice.About LSTM Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics. Look at some of the great work we have achieved over the past year by viewing our annual report:https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/annual-reports-and-financial-statements LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies