Reporting directly into the CFO, The Senior Finance Business Partner plays a critical role in driving financial performance and strategy across the organization. This position will partner with senior leadership and various departments to provide financial insights, support decision-making, and contribute to the overall business strategy. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership:
- Collaborate with senior management to develop financial strategies that align with business objectives.
- Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support strategic initiatives.
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing insights and recommendations to drive business performance.
Business Partnering:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with department heads and other key stakeholders.
- Partner with operational teams to understand key drivers of business performance and support operational decision-making.
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with departmental leaders.
- Translate financial data into actionable insights, enabling business leaders to make informed decisions.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis and modeling to support business cases, investments, and other strategic initiatives.
- Monitor and report on financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning and forecasting.
Risk Management & Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
- Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Support internal and external audits as required.
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in finance and business partnering.