Senior Finance Business Partner

About us

Winner of the Investors in Sales 2023 and Winner of the PrintIT Awards for Employee Experience 2021, Apogee Corporation provide Managed Workplace, Managed Print and Managed IT Services with Europe's Largest Multi-Brand solution. As an independent subsidiary of HP Inc, we have the advantage of being part of one of the world’s leading technology companies, with instant access to the latest innovation all supported by our market leading service operations.

We are committed to our sustainability objectives and are involved in frequent community and charity initiatives to support our vision. We are passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion with a culture of originality.

Our culture allows you to innovate and develop your career with the support of an expanding corporate and progressive organisation. We are looking for inspiring and pioneering individuals, who want to make a difference in their careers as well as in the world around them. We are proud of all our employees, who are at the heart of what we do. If you become part of our journey, everything is possible, and the opportunities are endless.

Job Summary

We're seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner for a 1-year contract to support the Head of FP&A in delivering financial and non-financial insights, focusing on variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for sales departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with senior executives and finance teams.
• Meet tight reporting deadlines, ensuring full accounts by day 2.5.
• Support annual statutory audits, M&A activities, and new ERP implementation.
• Deliver annual budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and a 5-year Long Term Plan.
• Provide detailed management reporting and variance analysis in both UK and US GAAP.
• Act as the primary contact for business units, ensuring budget adherence and scenario planning.

Experience and Skills Required

• Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA) with 3+ years post-qualification experience.
• Experience: Industry experience desirable but not essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in UK & US GAAP, able to interpret new accounting treatments.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong risk analysis and impact assessment skills.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills with all internal stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Independent problem-solver, able to delve into inconsistencies.
• Project Management: Proven track record in supporting projects from start to finish.
• Team Collaboration: Hands-on management style, willing to work closely with team members.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled in managing multiple work streams and tight deadlines.
• Adaptability: Effective in a busy, deadline-driven environment.
• Accuracy: Highly accurate, precise, and organised.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Integrity: Strong integrity and commitment to Apogee’s values: Passion, Integrity, Knowledge, Courtesy & Respect, Inclusivity, Flexibility, and People.