Finance Business Partner

City of London Permanent £65,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
An opportunity has arisen for a diligent and detail-oriented Financial Business Partner (FBP) to join an esteemed transport and distribution team. The role is based in London and will encompass a wide array of accounting and finance tasks.
  • Work in a collaborative environment and close to the wider business
  • Help drive financial insight in a large and growing business

About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established leader in the transport and distribution industry. With a national footprint across the UK, and specifically London, they have a strong commitment to sustainable transport and a reputation for excellence.

Job Description



  • Business Growth & Commercial Leadership: Support the growth of business units by implementing new processes and controls, challenging existing practices, and providing commercial guidance to senior stakeholders.


  • Management Accounting: Lead period-end tasks, ensuring accuracy of financial data, conducting variance analysis, and preparing detailed commentary. Highlight and report risks and opportunities.


  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee the preparation of budgets and forecasts, contributing to financial models and supporting variance analysis and planning narratives.


  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal teams and shared services, resolving queries, and providing financial support.


  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Develop insightful reporting and analysis to facilitate effective decision-making.


  • Year-End Activities: Contribute to year-end accounting processes, support audits, and ensure compliance with deadlines.


  • Business Case Support: Manage financial aspects of business cases, from initiation to post-investment review.


  • Risk & Opportunity Management: Collaborate with senior finance teams to assess business risks, opportunities, and sensitivities, ensuring consistency across finance functions.

The Successful Applicant

A successful FBP should have:

  • Qualification ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with all levels of the organisation.
  • Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary range of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum.
  • Comprehensive benefits package plus bonus.
  • A supportive and inclusive company culture.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • The chance to work in a thriving and fast-paced industry.



We invite all qualified candidates who are passionate about transport and distribution to apply for this exciting opportunity in London.

Contact
Bertie Mathewson
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6596988
Phone number
+44 207 269 2507

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accountant
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Bertie Mathewson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2507
Job reference
JN-112024-6596988