Are you an experienced Finance Business Partner looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the charity sector?
A job can be more than just a job. At Mencap, it's an opportunity to be part of a movement that champions equality, inclusion and opportunity for people with a learning disability. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a welcoming culture, meaningful work and the chance to make a lasting difference to people's lives. Come and help us build a world where everyone is valued and included.
We have a fantastic and rewarding opportunity for a Finance professional to join Mencap as Finance Business Partner (FBP) on a permanent basis. The role will be supporting the operational division that provides care and support to adults with a learning disability across England, Cymru and Northern Ireland.
We are looking for someone who is a confident communicator with both finance colleagues and operational staff, adapting their style to their audience. Someone who is well organised, can prioritise their workload and have the ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while working to tight deadlines will thrive in this role.
The successful candidate will use their commercial awareness and work with management teams to help deliver strong financial performance across the region they support, providing timely and accurate financial information to a variety of stakeholders.
This is a full‑time position and is largely home based, with office requirements being 1 day per week in from our London (E16LP) offices.
At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!
What will it take?
To be successful as a Finance Business Partner you will be expected to have (Essential Requirements) :
- Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to convey financial information to non‑finance colleagues and senior management.
- A desire to drive improvements in financial understanding & accountability to deliver a first class commercial and customer focused service.
- Strong collaboration skills including the confidence to challenge others.
- Ability to interpret a range of financial/operational information and reach quick judgements.
- Experience in financial analysis and reporting.
- Appropriate planning, organising and strategic business planning skills.
- An ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualification or hold a similar and relevant qualification.
The scope for this role is vast and we are looking for an ambitious and driven individual to join us!
Applications will close on the 11th November 2026 (or when 100 applications have been received - which ever comes first), and interviews will be conducted with successful candidates from the 16th November 2026.
In your Cover Letter, we would ask for you to list and answer this question : " "Why do you want to work at Mencap?""
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Finance Business Partner employer: Royal Mencap Society
Mencap is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for its employees in Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer generous benefits such as 24 days of paid holiday, flexible working hours, and access to health cash plans, ensuring our team feels valued. Our commitment to personal growth means that regardless of your background, you'll receive the training and support needed to thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
