Finance Business Partner - Head Office

LKQ Europe; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in the UK is seeking a Finance Business Partner. In this role, you will bridge finance and business units, providing analysis and guidance to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant accounting qualification and have experience in a similar role. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in financial systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on driving business performance.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience as an accountant.
• Experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver financial insights and analysis to support decision-making.
• Maximise margins with Vehicle Sourcing and Operations teams.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Overview

As a Finance Business Partner in a large, complex matrix organisation, you will act as a key link between the finance function and multiple business units. You will provide insightful financial analysis, strategic guidance, and commercial support to drive business performance and enable sound decision‑making. This role requires strong collaboration with cross‑functional teams, translating financial data into actionable insights to support long‑term planning and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders and functional heads to deliver financial insight, analysis, and forecasting that supports strategic decision‑making.
• Work with Vehicle Sourcing, Operations and Sales teams to maximise dismantled vehicles margins, including inventory valuation.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes for designated business areas, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and timelines.
• Provide variance analysis and commentary on financial performance, highlighting risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate across multiple departments (e.g. operations, commercial, HR) to influence financial outcomes and drive efficiency initiatives.
• Translate complex financial information into clear and concise reports and presentations for non‑finance stakeholders.
• Support investment appraisal, business case development, and post‑investment reviews.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of planning, reporting, and performance management processes.
• Ensure financial compliance, controls, and governance are upheld across business activities.
• Act as a liaison between corporate finance and business units to ensure consistency in financial practices and policies.

Skills and Experience

• Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post‑qualification experience.
• Experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar role within a large, matrixed or multinational organisation.
• Strong analytical, modelling, and commercial acumen.
• Ability to influence, challenge, and collaborate with senior stakeholders in a cross‑functional environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to simplify complex data and communicate effectively to non‑financial audiences.
• Proficient in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) and advanced Excel skills; familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is advantageous.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.