Finance Business Partner

Canon EMEA; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 10%

Pension

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Lifestyle benefits

Product discount on Canon

Job summary

Canon EMEA in the United Kingdom is seeking a Finance Business Partner to support business strategy through financial analysis and insight. You will partner with BU Heads to drive performance and ensure accurate revenue and cost accounting.

The role involves budgeting, forecasting, scenario modelling, and supporting SOX controls in a commercial finance context. Hybrid working is available from Stockley Park with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Part qualified or recently qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA)
• Advanced Excel modelling skills
• Experience using different IT systems e.g. Oracle, Hyperion, Essbase would be beneficial
• Previous experience of working in a Commercial Finance / business partnering role and with evidence of success
• Proactive and collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted business partner to support the relevant BU/Channel to improve their financial performance
• Ensure correct financial treatment and booking of the revenues and costs for the relevant business area. Drive continuous improvements in the month-end process to achieve a timely submission
• Produce accurate and timely reporting and commentary to enable the relevant BU Head/Channel Director to understand the current business performance
• Co-ordinate the preparation of the bi-annual budget and monthly Sales forecasts for the relevant business area
• Propose actions to improve the profitability of the relevant business area and monitor the progress
• Produce scenario analysis and modelling to enable the business to make the right decisions
• Ensure compliance with Canon accounting policies, support audit process and continuous development of SOX controls
• Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Business partnering

Education

CIMA/ACCA part-qualified

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Essbase

Job description

Job Description

As the Finance Business Partner, you will work with your assigned BU Head/Channel Director to support the implementation of their business strategy through providing financial advice, analysis and insight into business performance.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted business partner to support the relevant BU/Channel to improve their financial performance
• Ensure correct financial treatment and booking of the revenues and costs for the relevant business area. Drive continuous improvements in the month-end process to achieve a timely submission
• Produce accurate and timely reporting and commentary to enable the relevant BU Head/Channel Director to understand the current business performance
• Produce accurate and timely reporting and commentary to enable the relevant BU Head/Channel Director to understand the current business performance
• Co-ordinate the preparation of the bi-annual budget and monthly Sales forecasts for the relevant business area
• Propose actions to improve the profitability of the relevant business area and monitor the progress
• Produce scenario analysis and modelling to enable the business to make the right decisions
• Ensure compliance with Canon accounting policies, support audit process and continuous development of SOX controls
• Other ad-hoc duties as required.

Qualifications

• Part qualified or recently qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA)
• Advanced Excel modelling skills
• Experience using different IT systems e.g. Oracle, Hyperion, Essbase would be beneficial
• Previous experience of working in a Commercial Finance / business partnering role and with evidence of success
• Proactive and collaborative approach

Canon Core Behaviours

• Drive for results
• Focus on the Customer
• Take ownership and accountability
• Act as a team player
• Shows courage and conviction
• People orientated
• Caring for self and others

The salary for this role is £46,000 - £52,000 depending on experience plus 10% bonus, pension, PHC, life assurance, 25 days a/l plus additional lifestyle benefits to choose from

About Us

At Canon, we’ve been inspiring people to capture and share their world for over 85 years. As a global leader in imaging and innovation, we’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact. We’re proud of our diverse, inclusive culture and our philosophy of Kyosei – living and working together for the common good. We welcome applicants from all communities and backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a diverse, energetic team, joining 50+ nationalities at our Stockley Park Head Office
• Enjoy hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
• Benefit from flexible hours, professional development, and a wide range of perks
• Minimum of 25 days of personal holiday per year with up to 5 days of available holiday purchase
• Access a competitive salary, benefits, a generous pension scheme and up to 38% discount on Canon products
• Be part of a company that values sustainability, inclusion, and your personal growth
• Great transport links- Elizabeth Line and Stockley Park low-cost Shuttle Bus and free parking on site

If you are ready to make an impact – we’d love to hear from you.