Infopro Digital group are recruiting for a highly analytical Senior Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis to strengthen our finance team at our Leeds offices.
The ideal candidate will not only partner with the business to provide strategic financial insights but will also be responsible for preparing accurate and timely management and financial accounts each month. This role requires a strong proficiency in Excel, data analysis, and Power BI to drive informed decision-making and support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Finance Business Partnering:
* Act as a strategic partner to the business, providing financial insights and guidance to drive performance and achieve business objectives.
* Collaborate with department heads to create and monitor budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
* Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and present actionable recommendations to senior management.
* Support the business in making informed decisions through financial modelling, scenario analysis, and profitability analysis.
1. Data Analysis and Reporting:
* Utilize Excel and Power BI to develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and reports that provide clear and actionable insights.
* Analyse large datasets to support decision-making, ensuring data accuracy and relevance.
* Create and maintain financial reports and dashboards in Power BI to visualize key metrics and performance indicators.
* Continuously improve data processes and reporting mechanisms to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
2. Stakeholder Management:
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation, fostering a collaborative environment.
* Communicate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner to non-financial stakeholders.
* Support the wider team in presenting financial results and strategic recommendations to the senior leadership team.
3. Management and Financial Accounting:
* Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
* Lead annual budget process and forecasting.
* Responsible for the oversight and challenge of function spend and cost control.
* Encourage a culture of cost control, emphasising its importance and driving the required behaviour.
* Liaise with head office to deliver comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reports.
4. Continuous Improvement:
* Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and controls, driving efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
* Stay updated on industry trends, accounting standards, and best practices, implementing changes as necessary.
Minimum Requirements:
* A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) is highly desirable.
* A strong background in financial analysis and business partnering.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modelling.
* Strong experience with data analysis tools, particularly Power BI.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and analysis.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* A collaborative team player with a proactive and positive approach to work.
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