Finance Business Partner, 15-Month FTC – Technology Team
To keep up with our growth in the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a Finance Business Partner on a 15-month fixed-term contract, to act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, delivering strategic financial insight, robust analysis, and actionable recommendations that drive performance and support informed decision-making.
The role will lead on budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting for NFP Europe, while also contributing to key commercial projects.
In addition, the position will play a strategic role in M&A activities, partnering with the business to assess financial implications, support integration planning, and ensure alignment with group objectives.
Responsibilities
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting for NFP Europe.
Deliver strategic financial insight, robust analysis, and actionable recommendations.
Contribute to key commercial projects and M&A activities.
Provide scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis for strategic projects.
Deliver forward-looking analysis that identifies risks, opportunities, and profit levers.
Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
Lead development of MI dashboards and KPIs to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.
Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and tools (e.g., TM1, WorkDay, Power BI).
Improve data quality and collaborate with operations/IT for system-driven reporting.
Own budgeting and forecasting for designated business units.
Provide variance analysis with clear commentary linking performance to business drivers.
Support post-acquisition integration and align with group objectives.
Monitor and track financial performance of newly acquired entities during earn-out periods; report contingent consideration payable.
Help test the opening balance sheet when a new business is acquired.
Act as a trusted advisor, challenge assumptions, and support strategic initiatives.
Qualifications
Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
Degree level or equivalent educational qualifications.
Background in a highly acquisitive environment with experience supporting ongoing M&A activity.
Significant experience in finance business-partnering roles.
Proven track record in delivering commercial insight and influencing strategic decisions.
Exposure to M&A processes at a strategic level.
Proactive and solution-oriented.
Comfortable challenging and influencing senior stakeholders.
Adaptable to change and able to work in fast-paced environments.
Strong ethical standards and commitment to organisational values.
Build strong relationships with senior leaders and operational teams.
Collaborate with the Head of Commercial Finance to shape financial strategies aligned with group objectives.
Benefits
Charity and community work
Numerous charity fundraising challenges and events throughout the year.
Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community.
Award-winning apprenticeship programme to help young adults take their first steps into the workforce.
Social
Two large employee events annually for summer and Christmas.
Out-of-work socials to get to know your team better.
Good office locations with plenty of opportunities to socialise outside of work.
Inclusion and belonging
5-Star Inclusion and Belonging Employer award.
A dedicated Inclusion and Belonging Committee, supported by our Global Advisory Board.
Inclusive policies and Business Resource Groups to ensure fair treatment.
Finances
Matched employer pension contributions.
Life Assurance and Group Income Protection.
Lifestyle discounts for well-known brands.
Work-life balance
Opportunity for hybrid working.
Generous annual leave allowance; option to buy additional leave.
Health and wellbeing
Additional days off throughout the year to focus on your wellbeing.
People First culture
Commitment to your wellbeing and development, not just as an employee but as a human being.
We're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let our Talent Team know – we'll do our best to support you.
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