Finance Business Partner

An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Business Partner to join a world leading company within the energy sector. Based in Manchester, this role offers flexible, hybrid working, there is an expectation of working on site 2 days per week.The business is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.The companies services help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Business Partner to join the team in the North. The role offers flexible, hybrid working, there is an expectation of working on site 2 days per week.The role is to be responsible for the direct financial management of a cluster of accounts (7 contracts) that generates circa £17m of revenue per annum as well as supporting the delivery of projects (circa £34m) across the North, West & Central region.Detailed analysis and financial accounting interpretation is required to fully understand the profitability drivers for the contracts & projects across the region. This will involve change modelling, benefits tracking and influencing the business to deliver additional value to all stakeholders.The post holder will be the "face of Finance" at the local level - communicating to/from Operations & support functions and partnering with the Contract team by providing financial information and interpretation, undertaking proactive analytical and other investigations, contributing to developing a better understanding of the business and improving operational performance.Key duties:Monthly management accounts in line with current accounting standards.Forecasting P&L with detailed tracking and commentary.Owners of the P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash flows, driving continuous improvement.Support New Business activitiesReporting in line with IFRS standardsProvide expert accounting, reporting and all necessary financial expertise for the sector (circa 7 contracts)Balance sheet and Cash flow forecastingWork with contract management to ensure that plans, budgets, and forecasts for the contract are both challenging and achievable.Manage the delivery of all financial processes to the divisionProvide proactive input into contract negotiations and contract decision making initiativesIntervene where required to support compliance and alignment objectivesDrive for value at the bottom line, with a focus on % of profit and prompt invoicingAd-hoc projects, which may include Contract recovery investigations, implementation, and benefits realisationYOU:Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA qualified)Post qualification experience in a Finance Business Partner role or similar.Strong Excel skills are essentialA good working knowledge of SAP ideallyPower BI knowledge would be welcomeGood financial & commercial acumenAbility to analyse complex data with high levels of accuracyAbility to manage own and other workloads to meet set deadlinesIn return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.