Finance Business Partner FP&A

Robert Walters is delighted to be partnering with a leading global organisation operating across multiple sectors.

We are currently supporting them in the search for a highly analytical and strategic Finance Business Partner (FP&A) to join their Finance team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in driving financial decision-making, supporting business performance, and contributing to the long-term financial strategy of a dynamic organisation.

Role Overview:

The Finance Business Partner will lead key financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Acting as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams, this role involves providing financial insights that drive strategic initiatives and improve business outcomes. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling skills, excellent business acumen, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning:

• Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate inputs across business units.
• Own rolling forecasts and long-term financial planning models.
• Develop scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess risks and opportunities.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial reports and performance dashboards.
• Analyse financial results and key metrics, identifying variances and actionable insights.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate financial close and reporting.

Business Partnering:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams by providing financial guidance on initiatives and investments.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other departments to understand drivers and align financial plans with business strategy.

Strategic Projects & Decision Support:

• Support ad hoc analysis for strategic initiatives, pricing strategies, and cost optimisation efforts.
• Build and maintain complex financial models to support executive decision-making.

Tools, Systems & Process Improvement:

• Improve and maintain financial planning tools (e.g., Excel, Anaplan).
• Enhance internal processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of reporting.

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (ACA or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A or Commercial Finance roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling; experience with FP&A tools such as Anaplan or Power BI is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to influence non-finance stakeholders effectively.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• High attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Why Join This Organisation?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence within its global team. As part of the finance department, you'll have the chance to make a tangible impact on operations while working closely with talented professionals across various functions.

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