FCM M&E Finance Business Partner

StudentUniverse; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company in London seeks a qualified accountant to oversee financial management for its Meeting and Events business. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring financial health while collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and advanced Excel proficiency. Join a vibrant culture with numerous employee benefits including travel discounts, career development, and health support.

Benefits

Exclusive Travel Discounts

Career Development

Vibrant Culture & social events

Active Hour

Comprehensive Health Cash Plan

Health & Wellbeing Challenges

Financial Well being Support

Various salary sacrifice benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial colleagues.
• Experience in identifying risks and implementing controls.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial management of the Meeting and Events business.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Provide regular reporting and partner with key stakeholders.

Skills

Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Excellent communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical abilities

Collaborative team player

Good awareness of BI / data

Problem solving mindset

Job description

Job Details

Job no: 528799

Brand: Finance, Procurement, Legal, Privacy, Property

Work type: Full time

Location: London

Categories: Operations & Professional Services, Finance & Strategy

About Flight Centre Travel Group

Flight Centre Travel Group is one of the world's largest travel companies with over 12,000 employees globally - who we call 'Flighties'. With over thirty brands under our family tree and headquarters in more than twenty countries, our roles are diverse and our opportunities are endless. When, we say we're a great place to work, we have the proof to back it up. Over the past 12 years we've been voted a 'Great Place to Work' including one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing and Best Workplaces for Women. Together, we live and breathe our number one philosophy, our people, and turn up each day driven by our purpose to open up the world for those who want to see. Put simply, we're a bunch of travel lovers looking for more travel lovers to join our family.

About the Role

This position is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth and continued success of our Meeting and Events business. This role bridges the gap between finance and operations, helping our business leaders make informed decisions while ensuring financial health and sustainable growth.

• Oversee the financial management
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process
• Provide regular reporting and business partner with key stakeholders across EMEA

About You

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non financial colleagues
• Experience in identifying risks, and implementing controls to minimise risk
• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across departments
• Advanced Excel skills
• Good awareness of BI / data
• Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities
• Flexible and pragmatic
• Calm under pressure

What's in it for you

• Exclusive Travel Discounts: As part of Flight Centre Travel Group, you gain access to exclusive industry rates and discounts through our in house travel team.
• Career Development: With Flight Centre Travel Group's global presence, spanning 30+ brands in over 20 countries, you'll have clear career pathways and the resources you need to achieve your professional goals, including training and support.
• Vibrant Culture & industry renowned social events: Experience our fun, industry renowned culture with exciting social events such as monthly awards nights, global conferences, end of financial year balls, and more.
• Active Hour: Prioritise your well being with an hour dedicated each week to focus on your fitness or personal wellness.
• Comprehensive Health Cash Plan: Get reimbursed for a variety of medical services, including dental, optical, and chiropractic care, with our bronze level health cash plan.
• Health & Wellbeing Challenges: Stay engaged with monthly health and wellbeing challenges designed to keep you motivated and healthy.
• Financial Well being Support: Access expert financial services, including mortgage advice, regulated financial guidance, and money coaching to help you manage your finances.
• And Much More: Enjoy a range of additional benefits, including company matched charitable donations, an excellent pension scheme, share options, an electric vehicle scheme, and a variety of salary sacrifice benefits.

EEO & Accessibility Statement

Our number one philosophy is Our people. Flight Centre Travel Group's promise is to provide an environment with equality of respect, dignity and opportunity for all our employees. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace which reflects the diversity of our society. We welcome accommodation requests to help make our hiring and onboarding experience as accessible as possible. Please advise us about accommodation needs at any point by contacting our Recruitment Team at .