Finance Business Partner

Anderson Knight; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance decision-making processes and provide strategic guidance. The successful candidate will collaborate with business unit heads, maintain financial controls, and deliver detailed analyses. Applicants should be fully qualified accountants with strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with financial planning software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted financial leader providing insights.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and reports.
• Lead month-end reporting and annual statutory accounts.
• Monitor financial performance against targets.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Experience with financial planning software

Excellent Excel skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Anderson Knight are delighted to be representing our established client for the critical appointment of a Finance Business Partner.

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be at the heart of financial operations, working closely with the Business Unit heads to provide financial insights, strategic guidance, and business support. You will be responsible for maintaining rigorous financial controls, enhancing decision-making processes and contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted financial leader to business units, providing financial insights and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to understand their financial needs and challenges.
• Prepare and present detailed financial analyses, reports, and forecasts to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Lead on delivering month end reporting and annual statutory accounts.
• Monitor financial performance against targets, identify variances, and develop action plans to address them.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to evaluate business opportunities and risks.
• Full oversight in decision making and managing hedging arrangements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and optimise financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CA, CIMA)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with financial planning software and ERP systems and excellent Excel skills.

Hybrid working is also offered (3 days in the office/2 from home) alongside an excellent benefits package working for a company that encourages innovation and recognises and rewards success.

To apply, please submit an up to date CV now.