Finance Business Partner
We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Business Partner to join our Commercial team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in shaping the financial strategy of a rapidly expanding retail business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate closely with business leaders to ensure a strong understanding of performance-critical metrics, enabling data-driven decision-making.
* Identify potential financial risks, proactively address challenges, and implement strategies to mitigate them.
* Provide insightful financial analysis to support business planning, helping to bridge performance gaps and drive continuous improvement.
* Evaluate key business plans, ensuring financial robustness in investment decisions and strategic initiatives.
* Review and refine operational and commercial plans to align with current business conditions and performance objectives.
* Lead financial planning processes, including budgeting and forecasting, to ensure accuracy and strategic alignment.
* Develop financial models to assess the impact of promotions and investment decisions on profitability, supporting informed decision-making.
Requirements:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with at least three years of relevant experience or an equivalent qualification.
* Ability to collaborate with and influence senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
* Excellent communication abilities combined with a keen commercial mindset.
* Competency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.