Head of Finance Business Partnering

Industry & Commerce; London; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global firm is seeking a Head of Finance Business Partnering to lead a strategic finance team and enhance decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in finance leadership, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for team development. This role is remote and offers a unique opportunity to shape finance strategies in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading finance teams with a business partnering focus.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, SaaS or recurring revenue background is a plus.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and simplify complex ideas.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision and direction for our Finance Business Partnering function.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a team of trusted finance partners.
• Deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leaders.

Skills

Leadership in finance teams

Commercial acumen

Data-driven decision making

Team building

Job description

Head of Finance Business Partnering

Location: Remote (office is London-based)
Full-time

Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives on turning numbers into insight and action? We’re looking for a Head of Finance Business Partnering to lead a high-impact team and shape how Finance supports decision-making across the business.

What You’ll Do

• Set the vision and direction for our Finance Business Partnering function

• Lead, develop, and inspire a team of trusted finance partners

• Work closely with Product, Sales, Marketing, Tech, and other teams to guide commercial decisions

• Deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leaders

• Own budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting

• Standardise tools, processes, and ways of working

• Drive continuous improvement in how Finance supports the business

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience leading finance teams with a business partnering focus

• Strong commercial and financial acumen — SaaS or recurring revenue background is a plus

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and simplify complex ideas

• Skilled in turning data into decisions

• Passion for growing talent and building high-performing teams