Description
Sopra Steria Recruitment is working in partnership with a major public sector in the UK. We are currently recruiting IFAC-Finance Business Partner for 3 months initially with possible extension.
Job Specs:
- This is a twin facing role, supporting the client and supporting the business.
- In supporting the client, the post holder will be responsible for building and maintaining effective key stakeholder relationships, providing expert financial analysis and interpretation to ensure strategic decisions are implemented efficiently and effectively. They will be an independent thinker, with the confidence to support and challenge the client in improving regional performance.
- When supporting the business, the post holder will use the effective key stakeholder relationships built to deliver the finance front line role in engaging with the business, implementing change and spreading best practice. They will be required to attend all key level meetings and other relevant meetings in support of the business.
- They will be responsible for identifying potential financial risks and opportunities, taking mitigating actions where required and providing challenge as appropriate. They will have commercial acumen and be able to operate within a potential environment of ambiguity and uncertainty.
- The post holder will provide expert analysis and interpretation of strategic decision making within the business environment.
- The post holder will be responsible for providing business partner support across a number of business units, with financial oversight of up to £160m dependent on the function/geographical area they support.
- They will be required to travel between locations on a regular basis.
Qualifications:
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IFAC qualification (Qualified Accountant) is required for this post Consideration may also be given to part-qualified candidates who are currently studying and are qualified to level 2 or higher.
Experience and knowledge of a working as a finance business partner is desirable;
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Experience of delivering high performance and continuous improvement;
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Experience of presenting financial interpretation and recommendations at an executive level;
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Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to communicate and influence effectively with stakeholders at all levels;
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Strategic awareness;
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Influencing Skills;
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Must be able to adopt a proactive problem solving approach in order to be able to respond to the changing needs of the business;
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Experience in central government financial management, financial analysis and financial planning;