b Overview /b p In this Finance Business Partner role within Customer Solutions, you will drive commercial insight, financial performance, and operational effectiveness across cost centres. You’ll shape senior stakeholder decision-making, ensure robust financial control, and contribute to in-year delivery and AMP planning. The role offers development toward the Senior Finance Business Partner position in a supportive, inclusive culture. You will partner with non-finance stakeholders to translate data into strategic recommendations. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 28 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days) /li li Annual bonus scheme up to 2250 /li li Pension scheme with employer contribution (up to 15%) /li li Sharesave – discounted Severn Trent shares /li li Dedicated training and development via Academy /li li Electric vehicle scheme /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide financial support across multiple cost centres including month-end close and cost control /li li Lead budgeting for designated areas and support annual business planning with robust financial modelling /li li Perform variance analysis to identify risks and opportunities and deliver actionable insights /li li Prepare monthly forecasts and concise performance reports for central finance and stakeholders /li li Ensure accurate cost allocation during the regulatory reporting cycle and align with accounting standards /li li Create engaging, insight-led presentations with minimal supervision and influence commercial decisions /li li Validate non-financial cost drivers to maintain data integrity across reporting /li li Provide ad hoc analysis and modelling as required /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Extensive finance experience in a business partnering or analytical role /li li Experience partnering with non-finance stakeholders with varying finance knowledge /li li Ability to identify issues and drive performance improvement through insights /li li Confidence in articulating strategic recommendations to support decision-making /li li Track record of building robust, credible cross-organisational relationships /li li Experience contributing to continuous improvement activities /li li Strong MS Office skills, SAP ECC and business intelligence tools /li /ul ul li Analytical thinking and problem solving /li li Effective communication, both written and verbal /li li Ability to provide credible challenge and guidance /li li MS Office /li li SAP ECC /li li Business intelligence tools /li /ul
Finance Business Partner employer: Severn Trent
At Severn Trent, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering a supportive work environment where every employee can thrive. As an Operational Technician, you'll not only play a vital role in maintaining essential water services across Stafford and Cannock, but you'll also benefit from comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to your professional growth. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions while making a positive impact on the community and the environment.
