Job Description
We are looking for a proactive and strategic Finance Business Partner to join our finance team. In this role, you will act as a liaison between finance and consulting, providing financial insights and support to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial principles, along with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Business Partnership: Collaborate closely with Consulting stakeholders & leadership to provide financial analysis, insights and support.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategies.
3. Financial Reporting: Support monthly financial reporting & analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to senior management.
4. Performance Reporting & Financial Analysis: Prepare and present regular financial performance reports, highlighting key metrics and variances to stakeholders. Conduct thorough financial analysis to assess business performance, identify trends, and recommend actionable strategies for improvement.
5. Cross-functional guidance: Guide non-financial managers on financial concepts and tools to enhance their understanding and usage of financial information.
6. Ad Hoc Analysis: Provide ad hoc financial analysis, reconciliation and reporting to support business decisions as needed, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
Qualifications
7. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or relevant certification (CPA, CMA, CFA) is a plus.
8. 5+ years of experience in finance, with a focus on business partnering or financial analysis.
9. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
11. Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting; advanced Excel skills are required.
12. Experience with financial software and ERP systems is preferred.
13. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.