Regonal Finance Business Partner opportunity based in Livingston (Hybrid working) Your new company Our client, a future focussed utilities business, has an exciting job opportunity for a commercially astute qualified senior finance professional to join them as Regional Finance Business Partner. Your new role This role is pivotal in providing financial insights, analysis, and strategic guidance to ensure the successful execution and delivery of portfolio investment within the region (Capex) whilst playing a key role in managing Regional Cost performance (Opex).Key responsibilities will include: Strategic Financial Support: Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, aligning financial guidance with strategic goals. Engage stakeholders to understand needs and support resource allocation. Step in for the Regional Head of Finance when needed. Financial Planning & Analysis: Collaborate on budgets, forecasts, and performance targets for capital and operational expenditures. Analyze variances and provide insights to support decision-making. Performance Reporting: Create and present financial reports and dashboards to senior stakeholders. Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed. Financial Modelling: Build and maintain models to assess project viability and optimise costs. Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate financial impacts. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks in capital projects. Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial standards throughout project lifecycles. What you'll need to succeed CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified or QBE. Proven experience in a finance business partnering or program/financial analysis role. Able to join the dots between long-term strategy and financial performance, whilst dealing with ambiguity. An ability to ‘think outside the box’. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and impact the decisions and financial performance of senior stakeholders and their teams. Strong commercial skills. Proven ability to adapt style of financial information presentation to suit a range of stakeholders, both financial and non-financial. Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling techniques. Some experience of ‘capex’ reporting would be of benefit. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and drive results under tight deadlines. Proficiency in financial systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel What you'll get in return An employer who is focussed on making a real difference and whose pioneering research, cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the utilities industry. A business where inclusion is at the heart of everything they do A collaborative culture focused on the development of its people. Tailored learning and development programs to help you grow and succeed Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in office) Circa £65k-£70k base salary DOE, plus the benefits below: Annual bonus of up to 15% (based on personal and company performance). 28 days’ holiday plus 8 statutory holidays – plus option to buy 5 additional days. Double-match pension scheme (max company contribution 12%). Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice, private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more. Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long-term illness or injury. Excellent family-friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/ shared parental leave. Career progression, professional training and development. Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7. Financial support to cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions relevant to your role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4703881