Head of Finance Business Partnering -Operations & Inquiry

Post Office Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Head of Finance Business Partnering, responsible for strategic financial leadership and collaboration with senior stakeholders. This role requires a qualified accountant with extensive experience and a proven ability to lead large teams and drive results within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

27.5 days annual leave, increasing with tenure

Up to 18% performance-based incentive scheme

Car allowance

Generous pension contributions

Life assurance

Income protection after 12 months of service

Support from employee assistance programme

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive PQE experience at senior levels.
• Strong financial leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver functional strategies.
• Partner with COO and Inquiry Director for operations.
• Drive decision-making across the Business.

Skills

Financial Advisory

Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Data-Driven Decision Making

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Head of Finance Business Partnering - Operations & Inquiry

Summary

Salary: Competitive Salary & Benefits

Grade: 4
Reporting Line: Finance Director - Revenue & Operations
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Wood Street, London
Closing Date: 13th June 2025

What to expect

As a Head of Finance Business Partnering - Operations & Inquiry, you will be a senior member of the Finance Business Partnering team. Responsible for the development and delivery of functional strategies, always role modelling the Post Office behaviours and demonstrating a Postmaster first mindset.

The Head of Finance Business Partnering - Operations & Inquiry will partner the Chief Operating Officer and the Inquiry Director and their teams for activities related to Central Operations, Supply Chain, Property, Remediation, and the Public Inquiry. Responsible for fostering a culture of inclusion, continuous improvement, and high performance within their teams, and for delivering and driving decision-making across the Business, Customers, and Partners.

What we can do for you

We understand that attracting the right talent is crucial for positive change. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 27.5 days annual leave, increasing with tenure
• Up to 18% performance-based incentive scheme
• Car allowance
• Generous pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months of service
• Support from our employee assistance programme and access to benefits platform
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, actively fostering an inclusive workplace that values all colleagues' perspectives and contributions. We believe that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are vital to our success and growth. We aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve, making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate differences and ensure our practices promote inclusivity and equal representation.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be an experienced Head of Finance with strong leadership skills, senior stakeholder relationships, and expert financial advisory capabilities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with extensive PQE experience at senior levels and strong financial leadership skills.

Experience

• Leading large teams and collaborating with senior leaders to shape and deliver strategic objectives.
• Managing multiple stakeholders and leading cross-functional projects to drive results.
• Leading change initiatives aligned with business strategies.
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to develop and execute commercially robust strategies that deliver value in complex or fast-paced environments.
• Developing and leading teams of finance professionals committed to transformation.
• Demonstrating leadership, confidence, and shared responsibility for the business's future.

Skills and Capabilities

• Empowering managers with knowledge, authority, and confidence to guide their teams.
• Expert advice in Finance and accounting, with broad knowledge of related areas.
• Understanding of data privacy laws, governance, risk, and budget management.
• Advanced influencing and communication skills to deliver impactful messages.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Commitment to Post Office values and principles.
• Active promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion within the finance function.
• Strategic thinking with a balance of commercial insight and governance adherence.
• Sense of urgency and accountability, with diplomacy in challenging others.
• High energy to manage complexity, ambiguity, and change.
• Inspiring, mentoring, and developing teams to high performance.

About us

Post Office is integral to communities, upheld by dedicated postmasters. In a changing world, we are committed to evolving while maintaining our personal touch. We seek resilient individuals who are responsible and innovative, ready to help us grow and improve. Join us to make a meaningful difference and shape a future of progress and integrity, making Post Office a business that belongs to and serves everyone.