Finance Business Partner
*Location:* Hybrid in Bournemouth (3 days per week in office)
*5 hours per week (Mon to Fri)
*As the UK’s #1 student learning content and engagement platform, we’re powering the academic journeys of students at over 100 UK universities and many more across the globe.
Our mission is straightforward: to help every student fulfil their potential. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to key stakeholders across the business. This role is critical in delivering commercial insight, financial analysis and strategic support to help drive performance and informed decision-making. The Finance Business Partner must ensure financial goals are aligned with business objectives, while also contributing to budgeting, forecasting and performance monitoring processes. A forward-thinking mindset and experience with AI tools for finance and analytics are essential for success in this role.
*Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across departments to provide financial insight and challenge assumptions where needed
Support and partner with the C-Suite to deliver financial analysis and insight across the organisation. Present financial insights to senior leadership in a clear and impactful manner.
Deliver regular financial analysis and reporting to track performance, highlight risks and opportunities, and support decision-making.
Provide robust financial modelling and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Provide commercial analysis on pricing, margin, cost efficiency and investment decisions.
Interpret financial and operational data to generate actionable recommendations for improving business performance.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in financial processes.
Partner with the wider finance team to ensure alignment between business plans and financial targets.
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting and decision support tools.
Lead and support junior team members, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous development.
*Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field, or hold a professional qualification
3+ years’ experience in a finance business partnering or commercial finance role
Experience in a fast-paced or complex business environment
Demonstrated exposure to AI tools and platforms used for financial analysis and forecasting
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders
Commercial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision support
Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with large data sets and reporting tools
+Understanding of data analytics tools such as Power BI or Tableau
*Flexible working*
Simply Health scheme *
We have an excellent health scheme plan that allows employees to sign up for the following three months of employment. This includes financial support towards dentists, chiropractors, private appointments and many more.
*Office close to the beach*
Our Office is situated locally to the beach. In 2022 & 2023, we held our Kortext summer party at the beach, and it was an excellent setting for our remote and local staff to connect.
*Hybrid working*
Following Covid, we adapted to the times, offering remote/hybrid positions, allowing us to source talent outside Bournemouth and expand our business.
*26 days Holiday *
We start at 26 days of Holiday plus eight bank holidays, with an opportunity to increase to 28 days after five years (pro rata for part-time members)!
*Learning and development*
We offer a range of L&D, regular refresher training, coaching and mentoring, buddy programme, and many more!
*A hybrid contract whereby 2 to 3 days (per week) will be required in the office.
You will be expected to have a dedicated home office area to focus on work related activities and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
At Kortext, we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to thrive. We celebrate diversity and believe that different perspectives drive innovation. Follow Kortext on LinkedIn, Twitter and TikTok*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional leave
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
* Work from home
Monday to Friday
* Financial Budgeting : 3 years (required)
* Financial analysis: In a commercial enviroment: Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bournemouth BH8 8EZ