Finance Business Partner

Description:

Michael Page is delighted to partner with our client to recruit a highly commercial Finance Business Partner position. As Finance Business Partner, you'll provide dedicated commercial and financial support across a portfolio of contracts in Scotland.

Client Details

Our client is a UK Wide market leading business with key locations across Glasgow and the central belt. This will be a hybrid role with the opportunity to travel to sites.

Description

The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities:

Partnering with operational and contract leaders to provide commercial and financial insight that supports strategic decision-making.
Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities across your portfolio.
Providing robust financial analysis, scenario modelling and performance reporting.
Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, reduce costs and optimise contract performance.
Supporting commercial negotiations including contract variations, extensions and change notices.
Monitoring financial and commercial risks and driving mitigation plans.
Working closely with our Finance Hub to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
Using digital tools, technology and data analytics to improve financial decision-making.
Presenting complex financial information in a clear and engaging way for a range of stakeholders.
Building strong relationships across operational, commercial and finance teams to influence positive outcomes.Profile

The successful candidate will likely have the following profile:

A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
Membership of a relevant professional body (where applicable).
Experience partnering with senior business leaders in a complex commercial environment.
Strong commercial acumen with experience analysing both financial and operational performance drivers.
Experience within contract-based, outsourced services or bidding environments.
Excellent financial planning, budgeting and forecasting experience.
The ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills with confidence interpreting incomplete or ambiguous information.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful business insight.
A proactive, resilient and collaborative approach with a focus on continuous improvement.Job Offer

This role offers a competitive package and excellent wider benefits. Please apply