Finance Manager – Cost Efficiency
Location: Newbury + (Hybrid/Homebased Working)
Working hours: 37.5 hours Monday - Friday
Grade: 12
Job Description
This role reports to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis and is responsible for delivering and clearly communicating the cost performance of Vodafone Three across month‑end, forecasting, and budgeting. A key part of the role is connecting financial data with operational performance to support strategic decision‑making and maintain strong financial stewardship throughout the organisation.
The role will work collaboratively with both finance and non‑finance colleagues to build, review, and explain the cost plan and performance, including identifying risks and opportunities. It also involves supporting and guiding a wide range of stakeholders to ensure a shared understanding of performance drivers and cost‑related considerations.
Responsibilities
* Prepare executive‑level reports, dashboards, and presentations with a focus on clear data storytelling and actionable insights.
* Work collaboratively with cross‑functional leaders across financial, commercial, and operational teams to provide meaningful business insight and support informed decision‑making.
* Support strategic initiatives through financial guidance, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis.
* Oversee detailed analysis and commentary on the organisation’s cost performance and broader business trends across A&R, Opex, Intercompany, Capex, and Depreciation.
* Bring together financial and operational insights to strengthen the business’ understanding of overall performance, including helping to develop and embed key performance indicators linked to financial outcomes.
* Contribute to the development of models that project long‑term growth and highlight the factors influencing business performance.
* Proactively identify risks and opportunities and recommend practical actions that help optimise performance.
* Support adherence to internal controls and ensure compliance with IFRS standards.
* Review current processes and ways of working to identify opportunities for improvement, creating efficiencies and enhancing the quality of insights and analysis.
* Support, develop and coach a team of finance professionals, fostering an environment that encourages growth, collaboration and continuous learning.
Qualifications
* Experience collaborating with and supporting director‑level stakeholders.
* Demonstrated capability in strategic thinking, problem‑solving and project management.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Solid financial acumen, business partnering experience and commercial awareness.
* Proficient in financial modelling, forecasting and data analysis.
* A growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning.
* Ability to guide and support others by creating alignment and encouraging collaboration.
Additional Information
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority; all offers of employment are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet regulatory standards.
We provide reasonable adjustments to support applicants during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, please contact your recruiter or email jobs@three.co.uk for guidance.
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