Finance Business Partner

We are searching for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join our Commercial Finance team that sits as part of the internal National Finance Office. This role will be based in our Preston office.

The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of premium finance business partnering across the business. You will develop strong relationships with the finance business partners and stakeholders, to support the delivery of reliable financial insight, robust analysis and practical support to those stakeholders. You will contribute to the development of junior colleagues, through effective coaching, guidance and support.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Supporting the Finance Business Partner(s) in delivering effective finance business partnering to assigned stakeholders and service areas.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, acting as a trusted and approachable finance contact.
• Working closely with the Finance Business Partner(s) to support the reviewing of financial performance, explaining variances, identifying risks and opportunities, and agreeing appropriate actions.
• Communicating financial information clearly, professionally and confidently, both in writing and verbally, adapting style to the audience.
• Supporting annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes, ensuring assumptions are robust and clearly understood.
• Contributing to scenario modelling and other financial analysis to support investment and operational decisions.
• Directly managing junior members of the team, setting clear goals and conducting regular one-on-one check-ins and performance appraisals to evaluate progress, address underperformance, and provide constructive feedback.

What we are looking for:

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified, or equivalent accountancy experience.
• Team management / development experience is essential.
• Consultancy/business strategy/professional services experience preferred.
• Strong analytical capability with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Confident and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to translate financial information into practical insight.

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and Flexible working.
• 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.