Senior Finance Business Partner

Churchill Services; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing specialist firm as a Senior Finance Business Partner. This pivotal role involves leading a team to drive financial performance, support strategic decision-making, and enhance profitability across various projects. You'll collaborate with operational leaders and senior stakeholders, providing insightful analysis and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The company values talent and offers a supportive environment with numerous perks, including employee ownership and extensive training opportunities. If you're passionate about finance and leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

33 days holiday

Company sick pay

Maternity and paternity leave support

24/7 GP access

Two paid volunteering days

Exclusive perks and discounts

Ongoing training and development

Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

Recognition and rewards

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with experience in finance business partnering.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills to drive financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner providing financial insights and decision support.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Commercial Mindset

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Time Management

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)

Tools

Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner who is analytical, commercially minded, and a strong leader to join our Commercial Finance team. Reporting to the Group Commercial Finance Director, this role is key to driving financial performance, supporting decision-making, and ensuring sustainable growth.

You will lead a team that works closely with operational leaders, senior stakeholders, and finance colleagues to provide insightful analysis, challenge assumptions, and enhance profitability.

As Senior Finance Business Partner, you'll be:

• Acting as a strategic partner to the Regional Managing Directors, providing financial insights and decision support.
• Supporting operational teams to ensure new contracts or projects are financially sustainable and commercially viable.
• Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to align with business goals.
• Developing and maintaining financial models to assess contract profitability, cost efficiency, and risk management.
• Providing commercial analysis on new business opportunities, contract renewals, and pricing strategies.
• Identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement to drive financial performance.
• Enhancing financial reporting for senior management, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and streamline financial processes.

As Senior Finance Business Partner, you'll have:

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a finance business partnering role, preferably within facilities management, security, or service industries.
• Strong leadership skills - able to motivate, develop, and manage teams.
• Excellent analytical skills - able to interpret complex financial data and translate it into clear, actionable insights.
• A commercial mindset with a proven track record of driving financial performance and influencing stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills - experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills - able to work effectively with finance and non-finance teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings across different locations.

What we offer you

The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing specialist FM providers in the UK. This means that as our teams continue to grow, so can you.

We believe in rewarding talent and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued. Here's what you'll get:

• Employee Ownership - You are part of our success!
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Maternity and paternity leave support
• 24/7 GP access, plus mental health, wellness, financial, and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days per year - Give back to a cause that matters to you.
• Exclusive perks and discounts - More than 250 deals available.
• Ongoing training and development - From apprenticeships to leadership programs.
• Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion - Our Mosaic Committee and Mental Health First Aiders are leading the way.
• Recognition and rewards - Celebrating our shining stars all year round.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. As an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we strive to build a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all.

Reasonable adjustments

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We're happy to help.

Please note that security clearance (DBS) is required for this role.

Qualifications:

Key Qualifications

• ACA
• ACCA
• CIMA

Keywords:

Senior Finance Business Partner, Senior Commercial Partner