Finance Senior Associate - Business Partnering Consulting12-18 mth FTC

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Finance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

About the role:

The Finance Senior Associate supports financial planning, analysis and decision-making by partnering with Finance Managers and business leaders to deliver valuable financial insights. This collaborative role contributes to business performance, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and identifying opportunities for financial improvement. Working within a people-focused Finance function, the successful candidate will build strong relationships across business areas, Finance leadership and Centres of Excellence. The role offers exposure to a broad range of finance activities, providing opportunities to develop expertise, take on increasing responsibility and contribute to the firm's commercial and operational success. 

What your days will look like:

• Partner with Finance Leaders and key stakeholders to provide financial insight, analysis and commercial guidance that supports business strategy and decision-making.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and management information reporting, delivering forward-looking insights to drive business performance and profitability.

• Analyse financial results and key performance indicators, identifying trends, risks and opportunities while recommending performance improvements.

• Ensure compliance with financial controls, accounting standards and firm policies, supporting audit, risk management and the delivery of accurate financial information.

This role is for you if:

• Working towards or holding a recognised finance qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to understand business drivers and financial performance.

• Knowledge of accounting standards and financial reporting requirements, including IFRS 15.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to make informed decisions.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted working relationships.

• Proficient in Excel with a technology-enabled mindset, committed to continuous improvement and driving change through innovation and automation.

What you’ll receive from us: 

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions. 

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Advisory, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Accounting Practices, Account Reconciliation, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Credit Control, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Policy, Financial Record Keeping, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statement Preparation, Financial Transactions {+ 11 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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