Senior Finance Business Partner

Role Overview

You will support the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis in delivering high-quality management reporting and business partnering services, enabling effective business insights into costs and supporting decision-making. We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Finance Business Partner to review, constructively challenge, and develop processes/procedures and reports to drive this change and facilitate continuous improvement so that they are efficient and effective. It will be critical for the role holder to build a sound understanding of the business and its environment, and actively drive forward the successful management of costs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Performance Monitoring: Lead the monitoring and reporting of budgets and forecasts, ensuring clear understanding of variances and trends.
• Business Partnering: Develop strong relationships with Directors and budget holders, providing robust financial insights and decision support.
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and refine financial reports, processes, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Management Reporting: Prepare and review monthly management reports, cashflow forecasts, and budget reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Manage and support the development ofa team of Finance Business Partners, ensuring effective operation and achievement of deadlines.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Recent people management experience
• Practical experience in business partnering and financial reporting.
• Excellent budget preparation and cashflow management experience.
• Familiarity with performance KPI monitoring and government reporting.
• Proficiency in financial systems (Excel, Word, PowerPoint; NetSuite desirable).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Proactive, innovative, and motivated towards excellence.

Qualifications:

• CCAB qualified/finalist (ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS, or ICAI) with 3-5 years of PQE experience, or equivalent experience.

What's in it for you?

• Career Development: We prioritize the wellbeing and professional growth of our employees with a variety of benefits, training, and development opportunities.
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to equal opportunities and fostering a diverse workforce.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and up to 3 additional days during Christmas.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, shared parental leave, and bereavement leave.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Contributory pension scheme (we’ll match up to 10% of your contribution).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Annual season ticket loan.
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme.