Finance Business Partner (Cost)

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector seeks an experienced Finance Business Partner (Cost) in London. This role focuses on workforce cost modelling, cost efficiency, and strategic support across operations. Ideal candidates will have strong qualifications such as CIMA or ACCA and experience in FP&A. Responsibilities include automation of reporting tools and stakeholder management to enhance cost visibility.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with strong FP&A or cost partnering experience.
• Skilled in managing large-scale workforce models and cost forecasting.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems; experience with Workday/Adaptive Planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain workforce cost models and support succession planning.
• Transition manual models into automated tools (Workday, Adaptive Planning).
• Deliver monthly reporting and challenge cost assumptions.

Skills

Cost Modelling

Cost Efficiency

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Tools

Workday

Adaptive Planning

Excel

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London (City of London), United Kingdom

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

I'm looking to speak with Cost Focused Finance Business Partners to lead my clients' workforce cost modelling, streamline reporting processes, and drive cost efficiency. You'll partner closely with HR, Operations, and Commercial teams to provide actionable insights and support strategic planning across Opex, Capex, and headcount.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain workforce cost models; support succession and resourcing plans.
• Transition manual Excel models into automated tools (e.g., Workday, Adaptive Planning).
• Deliver monthly reporting across Opex, Capex, and headcount, including commission schemes.
• Challenge cost assumptions to identify savings and drive efficiency.
• Provide accurate, timely insights to support planning, budgeting, and decision-making.
• Partner with stakeholders to improve cost visibility and control.

About You

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with strong FP&A or cost partnering experience.
• Skilled in managing large-scale workforce models and cost forecasting.
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems; experience with Workday/Adaptive Planning preferred.
• Strong understanding of operational cost drivers, including commissions and staffing plans.
• Confident communicator with a proactive, analytical mindset.