Senior Finance Business Partner

Robert Walters UK; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to drive financial success while working in a hybrid model. This role offers the chance to collaborate with operational leaders and make impactful financial decisions. You will analyze financial performance, develop budgets, and provide insights that align with strategic goals. The company is renowned for its commitment to growth and innovation, offering a supportive work environment that encourages continuous learning and development. If you are a proactive finance professional with strong communication skills, this is your opportunity to shine.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Options

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Inclusive Work Environment

Support for Personal Growth

Qualifications

• Wealth of experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficient in data analysis tools and exceptional time management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations Directors to guide financial decisions.
• Analyse financial performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop and monitor budgets aligning with business goals.

Skills

Data Analysis

Financial Reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Communication Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

MI Systems

Job description

Our client based in St Albans is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Senior Finance Business Partner to join their vibrant team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid model, splitting your time between the office and remote working. As a key contributor to the finance team, you will have the chance to partner with operational leaders, driving financial success and exceeding strategic goals. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on analysing financial performance, delivering insights, and developing budgets that align with business goals.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Finance Business Partner, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our client's operations. You will be expected to maintain a direct connection with operations by occasionally visiting sites. Your ability to communicate complex financial concepts simply and effectively will be crucial in presenting insights to senior management and influencing key business strategies. Your proactive approach in identifying value-creating opportunities will play a significant role in exceeding their financial and strategic goals.

• Partner with Operations Directors and management teams to guide financial decisions.
• Analyse financial performance across various divisions, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Deliver insights during weekly and monthly reviews, supporting strategic initiatives.
• Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce universal performance reports.
• Provide actionable recommendations based on your financial acumen.
• Act as a critical friend, challenging decisions to foster a risk-intelligent culture.
• Support financial and strategic initiatives, translating metrics into meaningful KPIs.

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Senior Finance Business Partner role, you bring along a wealth of experience in finance or accounting. Your strong grasp of accounting principles and financial reporting will be instrumental in this role. You are proficient in data analysis tools and have exceptional time management skills. Your ability to communicate complex financial concepts simply yet effectively sets you apart. You are proactive in identifying value-creating opportunities and possess leadership qualities that allow you to influence and drive initiatives without direct reports.

• Qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA
• Experience of Business Partnering Senior stakeholders and developing trusted relationships with non-finance senior stakeholders
• Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial reporting, budgeting & forecasting and providing financial analysis / insight
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts simply and effectively.
• Advanced Excel skills and ideally exposure to MI Systems, Tableau, Power BI or similar
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and exceptional time management skills.
• Proactive approach to identifying value-creating opportunities.
• Leadership qualities to influence and drive initiatives without direct reports.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a market leader known for its commitment towards growth and innovation. They offer hybrid working options that provide flexibility and balance between personal life and work commitments. They believe in fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where every individual gets an equal opportunity to grow and succeed. Their focus on continuous learning and development ensures that their employees are always at the forefront of industry trends.

This Senior Finance Business Partner is based in St Albans and the salary is up to £65,000 plus bonus and many other company related benefits.

What's next:

Ready to bring your expertise to the table? Don't miss this opportunity!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Commercial Finance

Workplace Type: Remote

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: St. Albans

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Commercial Finance

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Remote

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: St. Albans

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: OFJHDK-C632EBB7

Date posted: 30 April 2025

Consultant: Kay Edle

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