Finance Business Partner - Manager

Job Title: Finance Business Partner

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Client: KPMG

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: de8a7ad70a95

Job Views: 3

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title - Finance Business Partner

Base Location: Watford plus network of 20 offices nationally:

The KPMG Business Services (KBS) and Enterprise-Wide Technology (EWT) functions are a cornerstone of our UK business. Operating from 20 UK locations and sitting with KPMG Central Services, we do work that matters.

Within Central Services, we are part of a community of experts across a wide range of critical activities who help grow, run, and protect KPMG in the UK.

From HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities and Business Support, through to Risk and Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Sales and Marketing, our approach is focused on driving the improved performance of the firm, which we support with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, supporting the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why Join KPMG as a Finance Business Partner

In these roles, you will be reporting to the Head of Finance for either KBS or EWT. The Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting the financial management and cost control within KBS.

What will you be doing?

• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, building strong relationships and providing financial guidance and support for decision-making.
• Manage the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts, providing challenge where appropriate on affordability and alignment with strategic priorities
• Day-to-day management of other team members as required, including work allocation and prioritization, understanding and supporting training needs, and dealing with performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with firmwide accounting policies, tax regulations, and financial controls, ensuring accuracy of financial information reported. Manage financial risks effectively.

What will you need to do it?

• Qualified or part-qualified with a recognized accounting body or a relevant degree, or over 10 years of relevant experience in accounting within an operational or professional services environment.
• Proven experience in financial management and analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to scrutinize complex financial data and perform advanced financial modeling.
• Experience managing and coaching junior colleagues on the job.

To discuss this or wider Central Services roles, apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and begin your journey with KPMG.

Our Locations: We are open to talent across the country, with core hubs in Watford.

With 20 sites across the UK, flexible working options such as office work, remote work, flexible hours, and part-time roles are available. Register and discuss your needs with our team.

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