Commercial Finance Business Partner

OCS Group; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Finance Business Partner to manage and analyze financial operations within its Public Sector FM Business Unit. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting strategic decisions. Required skills include strong analytical abilities and excellent communication. The role operates on a hybrid basis, with potential travel, and requires the Right to Work in the UK and high-level security clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and accounting roles.
• High level security clearance required.
• Right to Work in the UK necessary.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing management accounts.
• Delivering accurate financial and non-financial data.
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting.
• Conducting performance analysis.
• Assisting in payment applications and reconciliations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Proficiency in financial software tools

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values – Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Working Days: Mon – Fri during core office hours – This role operates on a hybrid working model with travel to client sites and meetings on a National basis when required. Ideally the candidate may be best based around the Midlands or Manchester.

Join our team as a Commercial Finance Business Partner – Government, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing and analysing financial operations within our Public Sector FM Business Unit. Reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager, you'll work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and contribute to strategic decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing management accounts in collaboration with Central Finance and Operations.
• Delivering timely and accurate financial and non‑financial performance data and analysis.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in line with regional and group deadlines.
• Conducting performance analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Assisting in the preparation and submission of monthly payment applications, reconciliations, and client returns.

Requirements

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• High level security clearance will be required due to the nature of the Client you will be working with.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in financial management.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial software tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of contractual obligations and internal governance frameworks.
• Must have experience in other accounting and finance roles and be willing to travel to sites.

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.