The role
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with relationship-building, problem-solving, and strategic thinking.
As a Business Accountant you will play a key role in helping Natural Resources Wales make the best use of its resources to deliver its environmental, operational and corporate objectives. This is an opportunity to apply your financial expertise while working closely with Heads of Business and Service to support informed decision making and strong financial stewardship.
You will be a trusted advisor, providing expert advice on budgeting, resource allocation, financial performance, and medium-term financial planning. Working across a range of business areas, you will help leaders balance competing priorities, understand financial risks and opportunities, and make difficult decisions that deliver the greatest value and impact for the people and environment of Wales.
You will work collaboratively with colleagues across NRW and with external partners, contributing specialist financial expertise to projects, programmes and governance groups. You will also help ensure that decisions are aligned with NRW's Financial Scheme of Delegation and wider public sector financial principles.
This post is fixed term until 30/09/2027 with the possibility of extension or permanency.
As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance.
To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Jack Plant at
Interviews will take place on 16/11/2026 through Microsoft Teams.
About us
This is an exciting opportunity to join a talented and highly motivated team within a Finance function that is evolving and making a real impact across the organisation. The team supports a budget of around £320m for 2026 to 2027, working across six directorates to help deliver the priorities set out in our Well-being Objectives, Corporate Plan and Annual Business Plan.
Working in close partnership with Heads of Business and Service, as well as the Corporate Services Leadership Team, the team plays an important role in helping th...
Business Accountant in Cardiff employer: Natural Resources Wales
Natural Resources Wales is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, staff enjoy generous leave entitlements, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for continuous learning, all while contributing to meaningful investigations that protect the natural resources of Wales.
