We are looking for a qualified, energetic self starter who is looking to work for a fantastic company with a great working environment and international presence.  This is an exceptional opportunity where our client is seeking an aspiring rising star who will grow with the Group on their ambitious growth agenda and become a more senior finance team member over time.

The main purpose of the Finance Business Partner role is to provide timely, best in class financial reporting, budgeting, planning and analysis to support effective financial decision making and business financial performance.  To promote good team work with commercial and operational teams to drive business efficiencies and deliver value added finance to the group.

The  Finance Business Partner will be a key asset in the future growth of the company. You will lead key reporting and FP&A initiatives to boost productivity and performance. You will provide financial consulting and strategic support to senior management and operational team leads including preparing financial presentations, capital expenditure analysis, industry/peer group comparisons, new business financial analysis, existing business performance, acquisition analysis and other projects as requested. 

This Financial Planning & Analysis function will act as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights and support optimal business decision making. 

Reporting to the Group Financial Director this is a key role where an ambitious person can really grow within this dynamic organisation.

Experience & Qualifications required:

• Qualified, or newly qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent 
• Sound experience and knowledge of financial reporting and analysis
• Advanced budgeting and financial planning experience
• Experience of developing pricing, margin and project financial models
• Strong accounting knowledge with practical experience of taking financial information from trial balance to board level pack and preparing statutory accounts
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with ERP packages particularly Sage

Personal Attributes:

• Inquisitive mindset with the ability and tenacity to follow through to drive improvement
• Dynamic, proactive and highly motivated 
• Fluent in English and articulate
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to present complex data in a balance way to non-financial team members
• Team player who can comfortably share knowledge with both finance and non-finance teams at all levels within the organisation
• Highly numerate, accurate and organised
• Understanding of International environments and cultures