Finance Business Partner
Omexom is a brand through which VINCI Energies undertakes its Transmission & Distribution activities. Omexom UK and ROI is a community of incredible people, empowered to deliver the promises of digital and energy revolutions. Our vision to create a better future sits at the heart of everything we do.
At Omexom you are free to be who you are and what you want to be. You can be part of a community that fosters entrepreneurial spirit and supports you in your personal development.
We offer a flexible working environment with strong benefits such as 25 days holidays, matched pension contributions, a generous company share scheme and healthcare cover. Our culture is reflected in our values which we embody by empowering and bringing together amazing people:
The Role
The Finance Business Partner will provide accurate and timely financial information. Provide support to the Business Unit Manager to assist with the effective running of the business unit. They are required to build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with the Operational and Administrative staff within their BU. They will possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral, have strong commercial awareness, and be able to work in a fast paced environment. They will indirectly report in to the Finance Director providing monthly reports and management accounts.
Responsibilities & Duties:
General accounting:
* Ensure transactions are accurately recorded in a timely manner in accordance with the Group and accounting rules.
* Posting of General ledger journals.
* Monitor and report off-balance sheet commitments.
* Apply technical accounting knowledge to ensure correct treatment of financial transactions.
Project accounting and support:
* Support the Project Managers in understanding their projects.
* Coach/train Project Managers on the Project Accounting Systems so they can effectively monitor their projects.
* Function as a trusted advisor on financial matters, translating complex financial data into business-relevant insights.
Financial planning and analysis:
* Prepare and present monthly/quarterly financial reports.
* Provide actionable insights based on financial data to improve business performance.
* Regular analysis of Key Performance Indicators such as invoice lag, debtors, variances, and productive hours, communicating these with all stakeholders within the business unit.
* In conjunction with the BUGM, perform quarterly project reviews to ensure project performance is properly and prudently assessed.
Budgeting and forecasting:
* Active involvement with the annual budget preparation process
* Assist the BUGM in obtaining market intelligence to facilitate strategy and budget formulation.
* Active involvement and preparation of the quarterly reforecasting of business unit financial performance
* Monitor and track business unit performance against budgets, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective actions.
* Support the BUGM to control overhead spend in line with budget.
Cash Management:
* Evaluate the credit worthiness of new and existing clients.
* Maximum invoicing and ensure effective and efficient credit control in the business unit.
* Identify cost drivers and opportunities for cost reduction.
* Ensure set up and payment of suppliers are performed in accordance with our control procedures and agreed payment terms.
Control and compliance:
* Ensure all monthly and quarterly business unit is done to timetable.
* Ensure the business unit is compliant with Group Internal Control procedures and lead internal control reporting for the business unit.
* Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
Other:
* Lead and participate in the administration of the business unit and the team.
* Completion of other non-financial reporting obligations of the business unit such National Statistics information, Sustainable Development and HR reporting.
* Function as a catalyst to drive forward initiatives to achieve business strategy.
* Manage and deliver ad-hoc financial analysis for specific projects or initiatives.
* Evaluate and present financial implications of new business opportunities or changes in operations.
Qualifications and training
* CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent accounting qualification
* Minimum of 2 years post qualified experience in financial planning, analysis, or management accounting.
* Experience in business partnering, providing financial guidance and strategy.
Skills
* Ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
* Ability to build and sustain relationships based on trust at all levels.
* Focused on quality and accuracy, within fast paced environment, adhering to deadlines.
* Ability to understand the core operations and strategic priorities of the business.
* Strong analytical skills to interpret variances, identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
* Ability to use sound judgement to ensure appropriate messages are delivered.
* Strong financial skills applied in a project costing context.
* Cash Management experience.
* Strong IT skills in particular, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* Knowledge of SAP desirable
* Able to plan and deliver projects within agreed timeframes.
* Excellent organisational skills
* Ability to collaborate with different teams and influence decision-making.
* High attention to detail, problem-solving, and proactive mindset.
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General criteria
This role will be based from our Castleford Office but the successful candidate must be willing to travel to meet project and business requirements. A competitive salary and benefits package will apply.
Interested candidates should forward a covering letter and CV to recruit@omexom.co.uk clearly indicating the role and reference number they are applying for. Candidates must demonstrate how they meet the above criteria in their CV, as this information will be used for short-listing purposes.