Your new companyYou will work for a not-for-profit organisation that provides support to small local businesses. This agency offers a varied range of services and consultancy and plays an active part in business development at local, regional and national levels.Your new roleAs Business Advisor you will work closely with small businesses, or those at the start-up stage, providing them with support and guidance around entrepreneurship. You will assist with Business Planning, helping up-and-coming entrepreneurs understand their market, competition and with particular emphasis on personal and business finances. Offering tailored support to entrepreneurs at all stages of their business journey, you will play a vital role in the development of the business idea / plan, forecasting, cashflow, budgeting and funding opportunities, helping them to achieve their business goals.What you'll need to succeedA business or finance related degree or equivalentA good understanding of budgeting, cashfllow and forecasting for businessExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsConfident and engaging with experience in a client-facing roleThis job could suit a recent business / finance graduate OR a part-qualified accountant who is looking to utilise their skillset helping local businesses Excellent IT skillsWhat you'll get in returnYou will work for an organisation that supports local businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs, helping them to achieve their business goals and potential. This role is initially temporary, leading to a permanent position in April 2025. You will work on a full-time basis, and hybrid work is available. Full training for this role will be provided and there is great potential for progression.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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