Finance Business Partnering (Deals) - Senior Manager

PwC UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC UK is seeking an experienced Finance Senior Manager to lead an internal finance team and provide high‑quality decision support to a key Business Unit within PwC's Deals Line of Service. You will partner with senior stakeholders to deliver financial oversight, insights and challenge across forecasting, revenue recognition and governance.

In this hybrid role, you will influence strategic financial decisions, drive performance and support short and long‑term objectives while developing a

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or international equivalent.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience in finance partnering, forecasting, governance and revenue recognition.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, partnering with senior leaders to provide strategic financial guidance and challenge.
• Deliver commercial insight through robust financial analysis, reporting and performance management.
• Oversee the financial management of a significant portfolio including forecasting, cash flow and risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement and change initiatives across planning, ROI and operational finance.

Skills

Strategic partnering

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Senior Manager to lead an internal finance team and deliver high-quality decision support to a key Business Unit within the Deals Line of Service. Working within one of PwC's most dynamic and commercially focused areas, this role partners closely with senior stakeholders to provide financial oversight, insight and challenge. Responsibilities span business partnering, forecasting, revenue recognition, performance management and financial governance. The successful candidate will combine strong technical finance expertise with commercial acumen and relationship-building skills to influence decision‑making, drive financial performance and support the achievement of both short and long‑term business objectives.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Senior Manager to lead an internal finance team and deliver high-quality decision support to a key Business Unit within the Deals Line of Service. Working within one of PwC's most dynamic and commercially focused areas, this role partners closely with senior stakeholders to provide financial oversight, insight and challenge. Responsibilities span business partnering, forecasting, revenue recognition, performance management and financial governance. The successful candidate will combine strong technical finance expertise with commercial acumen and relationship‑building skills to influence decision‑making, drive financial performance and support the achievement of both short and long‑term business objectives.

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, partnering with senior business leaders to provide strategic financial guidance, challenge and support across a complex and fast-paced business environment.
• Deliver commercial insight through robust financial analysis, reporting and performance management, enabling informed decision-making and driving sustainable business growth.
• Oversee the financial management of a significant portfolio, including forecasting, revenue recognition, cash flow, risk management and valuation of work in progress.
• Drive continuous improvement and change initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support planning, maximise return on investment and strengthen operational and financial performance.

This Role Is For You If

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or international equivalent) with strong technical expertise and the ability to apply financial knowledge in a commercial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into clear business recommendations.
• Commercially minded and proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset and a track record of driving positive business outcomes.
• Skilled at building trusted relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels through collaboration, credibility and sound judgement.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills, able to present financial information clearly and engage diverse audiences with confidence and empathy.
• Technology-enabled and adaptable, with advanced Excel capabilities, enthusiasm for emerging technologies and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

What You'll Receive From Us

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.