Commercial Finance Manager/ Finance Business Partner

Commercial Finance Manager/ Finance Business Partner

Recruiter: British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic, friendly and hardworking organisation as the newly created Commercial Finance Manager/Finance Business Partner.

Providing commercially sound financial analysis, this hands-on role will sit at the heart of the business and gives you the opportunity to work directly with Senior Leaders.

Developing and maintaining regular reporting packages, this is a true Finance Business Partner role which will work closely with the commercial teams to provide accurate and timely financial analysis to support the Organisation in making strategic decisions.

The role will support with commercial and forward-looking reporting including business as usual analysis and KPI dashboards, through to building financial plans to fit the strategic vision of the Association.

Working with teams and stakeholders across the organisation to provide tailored and timely key financial information and advice. You will provide fresh insights into the organisation’s data, telling the story behind the numbers and bringing them to life.

You will work closely with the Finance Manager and report into the Head of Finance giving you the opportunity to develop new skills and further your career. Specific training will be provided in areas of inexperience together with appropriate CPD to maintain professional standing.

Role Description / Main Roles and Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to the business, providing financial insights and guidance to support decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast business performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure financial targets are met and drive cost efficiencies.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting key trends and insights.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate business performance and recommend actions for improvement.
• Act as a liaison between the finance team and other departments, translating financial data into actionable insights for non-financial managers.
• Provide regular financial insights and analysis, working closely with operational partners to support them with strategic decision-making.
• Build financial models to assist with scenario planning and decision-making processes.

Requirements
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Technical

• ACA/ACCA Qualified
• Proven Experience as a Business Finance Manager
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent financial modelling and forecasting techniques.
• Understanding of the Partial VAT regulations and Mutual Trader Tax status is required but not essential for the role as training will be provided.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Open to learning new technologies and programming languages.
• Proven strong financial reporting and reconciliations experience.
• Previous experience in a Membership/ Subscription business preferable.
• Knowledge of Private Equity and Venture Capital industry desirable.
• Technical knowledge regarding FRS102, VAT and PAYE regulations.
• Previous experience with Business Central, Power BI, Jet Reports and Copilot ideal.
• Experience in forecasting, budgeting and presenting financial information to a non-finance audience.
• Strong commercial awareness and advanced IT skills in Excel.

Personal

• Ability to influence and challenge budget holders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Naturally inquisitive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and the ability to bring ‘numbers to life’ for non-finance staff.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to deliver to sometimes tight deadlines.
• Work effectively in a hands-on capacity.
• Take initiative to complete tasks while collaborating seamlessly with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a willingness to assist wherever needed.

Benefits
Why come work for the BVCA?

• Be part of the leading trade body for the private capital industry in the UK, supporting the growth of the industry and deepening the understanding of external stakeholders to the benefit of the industry.
• Experience a friendly, engaged, and passionate work environment (with regular social activities) with a supportive culture.
• A competitive salary, reflecting the technical requirements and seniority of the role, and a performance-related discretionary bonus.
• Enjoy important benefits: 25 days holiday in addition to Bank Holidays; a 10% non-contributory pension; non-contractual day off for your birthday.
• Life and medical benefits: life assurance (4 times salary); private medical Insurance for you; health cash plan; critical Illness and income protection insurance; employee Assistance Programme – includes Mental Health support, Virtual GP, Nutrition advice and Financial wellbeing.
• Other benefits: interest-free season ticket loan; corporate discounts; reimbursement of up to 2 relevant professional institutes; generous support for professional and personal development, Cycle to Work Scheme.

The BVCA supports an environment that is based on merit and inclusiveness, where all employees can develop their full potential, irrespective of their race, gender, marital status, age, disability, religious belief, political opinion or sexual orientation.

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