Finance Business Partner

TN United Kingdom; Noordwes; On-site; GBP 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Business Partner, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting the management team. This position offers the chance to contribute to the North West's energy transformation, promoting sustainability and innovation. You'll work in a dynamic environment that values adaptability and pride in community service. Enjoy a supportive workplace with opportunities for professional development, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity. Be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact in the region.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Employee rewards portal

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong financial reporting skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Qualified accountant with experience in business partnering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial reports and forecasts for the Directorate.
• Support management decision-making with financial insights.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Management Accounting

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Degree Level Education

Job description

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Finance Business Partner, north west, uk

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Client:

ENWL

Location:

north west, uk, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

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Job Description:

We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.

We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.

Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

The Finance team has an opportunity for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract - Finance Business Partner in the North West.

About the Opportunity

Provide financial support to the Directorate Lead Finance Business Partner to ensure the preparation of accurate and robust financial reports and forecasts, with a focus of responsibility on people and non-people costs. The role supports provision of a full level of financial support to the Directorate senior and wider management team, including production of financial, managerial and regulatory reports.

The role is a key part of the financial control structure of Electricity North West, ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of the financial results, while promoting continuous improvement of financial processes and information provision.

• Preparation and ownership of reliable and informative management and financial reports for the Directorate including appropriate variance analysis and cost performance analysis.
• Bring financial performance challenge to the team, identifying exceptions and monitoring improvements. Ensure that the financial impact and financial considerations are effectively integrated within the overall management decision making process.
• Preparation of, and review of, all financial regulatory reports for the Directorate.
• Ensure implementation of, and compliance, with corporate financial policies and processes. Ensure balance sheet reconciliations and agreement of recharges with colleagues etc are carried out to the required Company standard.
• Champion opportunities to improve processes impacting Finance within the Directorate. Ensure processes deliver reliable financial information in a format that enables business managers to drive performance.
• Ensure that robust financial forecasting/budgeting activities are carried out for both a statutory and regulatory basis. Support the Directorate in the business planning process.
• Maintain and support the standards of Health and Safety as agreed across ENWL ensuring a safe working environment for our staff and customers.
• Contribute to the delivery of excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.
• Work with non-financial colleagues to promote the understanding of financial, regulatory and other reporting requirements, and an understanding of the regulatory contract and outperformance opportunities.

Identify any areas of risk in line with corporate policies and controls and assess the quantum of risk to the financial performance of the directorate

Who We are looking for

• Preferably educated to degree level.
• Strong financial reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to challenging deadlines.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Drive for change and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and influencing skills with both financial and non-financial colleagues.
• Qualified accountant.
• Experience in business partnering/management accounting.

What we’re offering

As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

25 days annual leave

An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands

A market-leading contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry and as the regions network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the North West to decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy.

Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

Our people important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.

Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at [emailprotected] or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2)

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)BS7858 checks) and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable