We are looking for a senior finance professional to join our central finance team based in Nottingham. We want an enthusiastic individual with a positive working attitude to join our team of 5,000 colleagues across the UK. Our client are an inclusive and equal opportunities employer who believe that our people power what we do. We aim to ensure that our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which it operates

The Senior Finance Business Partner will take responsibility for the finance function in a new joint venture, providing Soft FM Services at multiple sites across the county. This will involve full end to end month end processes plus full budget and forecasting cycles. This will be a key role within the organisation working closely with the business.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing and developing relationships with teams both internally and externally. Have a broad financial understanding of how service organisations work with the ability to challenge the as is.

Your Accountabilities:
* Work at a senior level, supporting operational services and the wider finance team
* Ensure information is available on a timely basis
* Work flexibly to support delivery across the service
* Create a positive and professional impression of
* Deal with all contacts professionally and efficiently

Key Responsibilities:
* Be active part of the senior management team of the JV
* Management of a finance team including setting tasks, completing 121's and managing conflict within the team
* Manage the yearly budget and forecasting cycles
* Production of accurate monthly management accounts for the JV
* Balance sheet reconciliations for the JV
* Manage the month-end timetable and communications with all relevant parties
* Preparation of the finance board papers
* Presentation of board papers to our joint venture partners
* Prepare variance analysis for operational services and support functions within the JV
* Identify risks and support with mitigation strategies
* Provide commercial support including bidding, pricing, dispute resolution and investment appraisals
* Provide financial support on contract mobilisations/demobilisations
* Develop and help streamline existing processes
* Develop Power BI reporting tools with help from an in-house developer
* Agree, calculate and report KPIs for each service within the division
* Manage relationships with internal and external auditors
* Continuous improvement

Desired Skills:
* ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification
* Previous experience in a management role
* Commercially astute and business focused
* Proficient in Microsoft Office
* Strong attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills across all levels of stakeholders
* Awareness of confidentiality and data protection requirements
* Ability to work effectively under pressure

Your Benefits:
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 26 days holiday after year 1
* Company Sick Pay
* Subscription to We Care for Virtual GP appointments and Mental Health Support
* Lifeworks subscription for lifestyle discounts on dining out, retail, and more
* Mental Health First Aiders available to support
* Company events including socials, annual colleague awards, charity events
* Colleague Recognition Scheme
* Refer a Friend scheme paying up to £500 for successful referrals