Finance Manager – Cost Efficiency
Location: Newbury + Hybrid/Home-based 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. It connects financial data with operational performance to support strategic decision‑making and maintain strong financial stewardship.
* Prepare executive‑level reports, dashboards and presentations with a focus on clear data storytelling and practical, 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’s 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, with a focus on delivering a positive stakeholder experience and contributing to well‑informed decisions.
* Demonstrated capability in strategic thinking, problem‑solving and project management.
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Solid financial acumen, business partnering experience and commercial awareness.
* Proficient in financial modelling, forecasting and data analysis.
* A growth mindset: committed to continuous learning, exploring new possibilities and contributing to collective and individual improvement.
* Ability to guide and support others by creating alignment, encouraging collaboration and empowering teams to achieve shared goals.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
Additional Information
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulator’s standards.
We provide reasonable adjustments to support the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, please contact your recruiter directly or email jobs@three.co.uk for guidance.
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