Finance Business Partner
*Location: London, United Kingdom
*Job Type: Full-time (hybrid working)
We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role in driving strategic decision-making and commercial performance. This high-impact position involves partnering closely with senior leadership to deliver actionable insights, shape financial strategy, and support sustainable growth.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Strategic Business Partnering: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing financial insights and strategic recommendations to drive business performance and profitability.
*Commercial Finance Leadership: Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Collaborate with business unit leaders to develop robust financial plans aligned with strategic objectives.
*Performance Analysis & Insight: Deliver in-depth analysis of financial and operational performance against KPIs. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and translate data into clear, actionable insights.
*Decision Support & Scenario Modelling: Support key commercial initiatives through financial modelling, investment appraisal, and scenario planning. Influence strategic decisions with data-driven recommendations.
*Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong cross-functional relationships with Sales, Operations, and Product teams. Enhance financial acumen across the business and support leaders in understanding financial implications of their decisions.
*Reporting & Governance: Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly performance reviews and executive-level reporting. Ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with corporate standards.
*Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and excellence.
*Process Improvement: Drive enhancements in financial processes, systems, and reporting tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and insight generation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Qualified Accountant
*Experience in commercial finance, FP&A, or business partnering roles, ideally within a complex international environment.
*Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic outcomes.
*Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills
*Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex data for non-financial audiences.
*Proactive, independent, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Opportunities for professional growth and development.
*Dynamic and supportive work environment.
To apply for the Finance Business Partner position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.