Finance Business Partnering (Deals) - Senior Manager

PwC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Private medical cover

Volunteer days

Job summary

PwC UK seeks an experienced Finance Senior Manager to lead an internal finance team and deliver strategic decision support to a key Business Unit within the Deals Line of Service. You will provide financial oversight, challenge and insight across forecasting, revenue recognition and governance.

You will build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, drive improvements and deliver robust financial analysis to inform decisions that support short- and long-term objectives.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or international equivalent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to translate data into business recommendations.
• Experience leading financial planning, forecasting, revenue recognition and governance.

Responsibilities

• 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 forecasting, revenue recognition, cash flow, risk management and valuation of work in progress for a significant portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement and change initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support planning and maximise ROI.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Financial modelling

Commercial acumen

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or international equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Finance

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

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.

Education

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Advisory, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Accounting Practices, Account Reconciliation, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Credit Control, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Policy, Financial Record Keeping {+ 22 more}

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No