Associate Finance Business Partner Role
The Associate Finance Business Partner plays a pivotal role in supporting crucial financial decision-making within our organisation. Working closely with key business units, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, assists in budgeting/forecasting, and provides insights to enhance business performance.
This position requires a strong foundation in finance principles, stakeholder management, and analytical skills to support strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have around 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or business partnering roles, with a strong analytical skillset and proficiency in MS Excel and some financial reporting tools.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Acumen & Analysis: Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to support business operations. Conduct variance analysis and basic financial modelling to assess performance. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policy.
* Business Insight & Strategy Support: Understand key business models and performance indicators (KPIs). Support the budgeting process in alignment with strategic business objectives. Stay informed on industry trends and competitor benchmarks to provide relevant insights.
* Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Clearly communicate financial data and insights to non-finance stakeholders. Build relationships with members of sales teams.
* Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Identify financial trends and risks using basic data analysis techniques. Utilise tools such as Excel and BI platforms for financial reporting.
* Leadership & Teamwork: Take ownership of projects and contribute to finance team objectives. Demonstrate accountability in delivering financial insights and reports.
* Systems & Technology Proficiency: Assist in generating reports to provide financial insights for decision-making. Support automation initiatives to improve financial processes.
* Commercial Awareness: Understand how financial outcomes impact overall business performance. Assist in identifying cost efficiencies and opportunities for revenue growth.
Requirements
* Around 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or business partnering roles.
* Strong analytical skills with proficiency in MS Excel and some financial reporting tools.
* Basic understanding of financial principles (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis).
* Excellent communication and internal stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively across various business functions.
Benefits
* Performance-based senior/leader personal career development plan.
* Generous holidays, birthday/volunteering, and flexible working arrangements.
* 'Family Matters' access (maternity/paternity leave, fertility support).
* Discounted travel pass after 1 year in CS.
* Paid volunteering days for a Charity/CSR cause.
* Perkbox discounts at local retail/hospitality establishments.
* Online wellness/workout classes, discounted gym membership.
* Festive Company Closure break between Xmas and New Year.
* EAP (phone counselling, legal/financial/HR, and health advice).
* 4pm 'Wellbeing Weekend' early finish at the end of each week.
* Workplace pension.
* Life Insurance policy.
* Monthly social events.