Finance Business Partner - PFI

Interim Finance Business Partner Location: Hybrid, Scotland (3 days per week on site across the Central Belt) Salary: £500-£600/day inside IR35 Type: Interim/Contract Finance Business Partner | Commercial Finance | Strategic Influence An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a leading organisation delivering complex, large-scale operational services across Scotland. This is a high-profile role supporting a portfolio of contracts worth approximately £50m, partnering directly with senior operational leaders to drive commercial performance, improve profitability, and influence strategic decision-making. This position is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, challenging performance, and transforming financial and operational data into meaningful business insight. Key Responsibilities * Partner with operational and contract leadership teams to provide commercial and financial support. * Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes. * Deliver detailed financial analysis, performance reporting and scenario modelling. * Identify opportunities to improve profitability, reduce costs and enhance contract performance. * Support commercial activities including contract changes, extensions and negotiations. * Monitor financial and commercial risks and develop mitigation strategies. * Work collaboratively with finance teams to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. * Utilise technology, data analytics and reporting tools to support business decisions. * Present complex financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders. About You We're looking for a qualified finance professional with strong commercial awareness and exceptional stakeholder management skills. You will ideally possess: * ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification. * Strong finance business partnering experience within a complex PFI environment. * Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis. * Excellent commercial acumen and the ability to interpret both financial and operational performance drivers. * Experience operating within contract-led, outsourced services, infrastructure, facilities management, engineering or similar environments. * The ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders while building strong relationships. * Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills