Finance Business Partner

Key Responsibilities

Finance Business Partnering

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and reforecasts in collaboration with divisional MDs and commercial teams
• Partner with project teams throughout the lifecycle to assess budgets, produce cashflows, monitor performance, and deliver post-project reviews
• Contribute to UK-wide cashflow forecasting, highlighting working capital milestones (e.g., invoicing schedules on major projects)
• Deliver timely financial analysis and performance reporting to senior leadership
• Support monthly and quarterly financial statement preparation
• Promote financial best practices and compliance across departments
• Conduct capital expenditure reviews and analysis
• Finance Delivery & Controls
• Assist the Senior Finance Business Partner in developing and implementing international accounting policies
• Maintain accurate financial records; ensure compliance with risk and regulatory requirements
• Apply knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS standards in reporting
• Support external audit processes to ensure timely completion
• Liaise with tax advisers regarding VAT, Corporation Tax, IR35, and other legislation
• Help implement and monitor internal reporting policies and key controls
• Process Improvement & Support
• Ensure transactional finance complies with legal and internal requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations
• Undertake other duties as directed by the Senior Finance Business Partner

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, UK GAAP, and IFRS
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management
• Prior exposure to project-based financial oversight (e.g., construction, engineering, infrastructure)
• Experience supporting audits and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Familiarity with capital expenditure reviews and reporting metrics
• Experience liaising with external tax advisers

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent analytical and commercial insight
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication abilities
• Confident using Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Skilled in accounting/ERP software; experience with Navision or BuildSmart is a plus
• Full UK Driving Licence required

Qualifications

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)

Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance business partnering or similar role