We are currently partnering with a leading organisation operating within the energy and infrastructure sector to appoint a Finance Business Partner to support a key regional business unit.
This is a high-profile role offering strong exposure to operational and strategic decision-making within a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS or equivalent) with demonstrable post-qualified experience in financial planning, analysis and business partnering. You will have a strong track record of supporting operational stakeholders, providing insight, and driving financial performance within a project or contract-based environment.
Your role will include:
* Supporting operational teams and Project Managers with financial insight, ensuring clear understanding of project performance and financial drivers.
* Preparing and presenting monthly and quarterly management accounts, including detailed variance analysis and performance commentary.
* Delivering financial planning and analysis, including KPI tracking (such as invoice lag, debtors, productivity and cost performance), providing actionable insights to improve performance.
* Playing a key role in annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, working closely with leadership to shape and deliver financial plans.
* Conducting regular project reviews to ensure financial performance is appropriately assessed and risks are identified early.
This is small sample of what is a business-critical finance role.
We are looking for a candidate with the following characteristics:
* Professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS or equivalent) with demonstrable experience in a Finance Business Partnering, FP&A or Management Accounting role within a project-driven or operational environment.
* Strong analytical capability with experience of interpreting financial data, identifying trends and providing meaningful insight.
* Experience of working closely with non-financial stakeholders, with the ability to influence and challenge effectively.
* Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cost control within a project or contract environment.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
You are the sort of person who like to make a difference through financial insight and drive performance.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Annual performance-related bonus
* Pension scheme
We are looking for a commercially minded and collaborative finance professional who can add real value to the business. To find out more, please apply with your CV and contact details, and one of our experienced consultants will be in touch for a confidential discussion.