Finance Business Partner

Robert Half - Corporate; United States; Remote; USD 86,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Half is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance regional financial performance through data analysis and strategic advisory. The role requires a Bachelor's degree along with 5+ years in corporate finance, focusing on budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with standards such as GAAP and IFRS. The ideal candidate will excel in cross-functional collaboration and possess advanced financial modeling skills using tools like Hyperion and Tableau.

Benefits

Group health insurance benefits

Paid parental leave up to 6 weeks

401(k) savings plan with employer match

Short and long term disability

Generous paid time off package

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in corporate FP&A function required.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards including GAAP and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to analyze financial performance and inform pricing strategies.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, aligning with operational priorities.
• Provide insights on financial variances and recommendations for resource allocation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Data manipulation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Hyperion

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Who We Are

Robert Half, one of FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is hiring for a Finance Business Partner to join the Financial Planning and Analysis department.

What You’ll Do

• Partners with Senior District Directors, Operational Presidents, and Executive Directors to analyze regional and district-level financial performance, delivering insights that inform operational decisions on pricing strategies, resource allocation, and compensation plans.
• Works with Financial Analysts and Finance Intelligence teams to ensure models and reports address tactical business needs, providing the necessary data inputs to align financial outputs with operational goals.
• Provides tactical advisory to mid-level leaders by interpreting financial data and recommending strategies for optimizing pricing models and resource distribution within their regions.
• Supports the development of compensation plan analyses by validating data and recommending adjustments based on financial performance trends and KPIs.
• Prepares and presents actionable insights from financial reports and foundational models, focusing on aligning recommendations with organizational objectives and sales leadership goals.
• Leads the development and execution of budgeting and forecasting processes for regional business units, ensuring alignment with operational priorities and financial objectives. Conducts detailed scenario analyses to account for market fluctuations, pricing changes, and product mix dynamics.
• Partners with Operational Presidents, Executive Directors, and Senior District Directors to deliver actionable financial insights. Provides consultative guidance on resource allocation, pricing adjustments, and strategic initiatives to drive performance.
• Analyzes regional financial performance to deliver insights that support intersegment and intercompany coordination, enhancing alignment with corporate objectives.
• Tracks key financial variances between actual results and forecasts, providing timely recommendations for adjustments to meet performance targets.
• Partners with the Finance Intelligence team to integrate predictive analytics into regional revenue projections. Delivers actionable insights based on market trends, business objectives, and operational priorities to inform strategic planning.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to Operational Presidents, Executive Directors, and Senior District Directors, translating financial data into actionable insights to support profitability, resource allocation, and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to harmonize regional financial strategies with organizational goals, addressing inefficiencies and aligning priorities across regions.
• Leverages financial tools and analytics platforms to distill data into actionable insights that address regional profitability trends, market-specific dynamics, and intercompany transactions.
• Guides regional leadership in adapting strategies to evolving market conditions, ensuring alignment with financial and organizational priorities.
• Facilitates regular financial discussions with regional leaders to align on strategy execution, operational efficiencies, and resource optimization.
• Collaborates with the Data Governance team to ensure regional processes align with FDM standards, financial regulations, and corporate policies. Conducts internal audits of financial processes to identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensures compliance with regional and business unit-specific regulations, including GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and corporate governance standards. Escalates potential compliance risks and supports resolution efforts.
• Tracks regional financial risks and ensures alignment with governance initiatives. Builds awareness of how risks impact financial strategy and decision-making.
• Prepares and maintains compliant documentation to support governance reviews, audits, and financial reporting requirements.
• Partners with Operational Presidents, Executive Directors, and Senior District Directors to pinpoint inefficiencies in regional processes and recommend areas for improvement.
• Collaborates with the Finance Intelligence team to identify automation opportunities and ensure regional tools meet operational needs.
• Works closely with cross-functional teams to recommend process improvements that align with regional operational strategies and financial objectives.
• Performs periodic reviews of key financial processes to ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency within regional operations.
• Begins to mentor junior team members by sharing expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and strategic insights. Provides constructive feedback to support skill development and performance improvement.
• Actively participates in process improvement discussions, sharing learnings from industry research and internal projects. Encourages team-wide adoption of best practices.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Preferred: Progress toward certifications such as CPA, CMA, or an equivalent.
• Knowledge Base: Solid understanding of financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP, SOX) and FDM compliance requirements. Familiarity with financial planning tools and corporate governance protocols.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience within a corporate FP&A function.
• Strongly preferred: Experience in a public company or Fortune 500 environment.
• Key Focus: Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide financial insights to drive decision-making at the business unit level.
• Advanced Excel Proficiency: Skilled in scenario analysis, financial modeling, and data manipulation to support strategic decision-making.
• Financial Planning Tools: Proficient in tools such as Hyperion, Anaplan, Adaptive Planning, and visualization platforms (e.g., DOMO, Tableau, Power BI) for regional-level insights and analysis.
• Data Automation: Familiarity with automation tools, including Excel macros and workflows, to streamline data-driven processes.
• Governance Standards: Experience working with FDM standards and ensuring compliance with corporate governance protocols.

The typical annual salary range for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.

$86,000.00 - $131,000.00

We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including group health insurance benefits (medical, vision, dental), FSA and HSA healthcare accounts, life and accident insurance, adoption and fertility assistance, paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks, and short/long term disability. Robert Half provides paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) our people receive varies based on their years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new hire earns up to 17 days of CTO per calendar year. Our people also receive up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year. We also offer the opportunity to contribute to our company 401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan (if eligible), with an employer match of 100% on the first 3% of your contributions for eligible employees. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources .

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