Finance Business Partner

2 weeks ago


United Kingdom BT Group Full time
Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, or London

Finance Business Partner -Transformation
• Are you a qualified accountant who wants to question the status quo?
• Are you adept at handling stakeholders and capable of exerting influence where necessary?
• Are you experienced in supporting complex, highly visible Business cases and advanced financial modelling?

If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to become our Finance Business Partner - Transformation, based in either London, Bristol, or Birmingham.

This role is pivotal in supporting the strategic business transformation agenda over the medium term and to drive year-over-year EBITDA growth in a challenging macro environment.

You will serve as a critical business partner to the Transformation program managers, overseeing the review, insights, and reporting of transformation finances, as well as the delivery of key Transformation programs across BT Business.

If you are interested in this great opportunity, we encourage you to apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion. We look forward to hearing from you

You'll have the following responsibilities.
  • Partnering with Transformation program director to deliver approximately £300 million in Cost Transformation and achieve year-over-year incremental revenue goals.
  • Collaborating across functions to synchronise transformation objectives and performance with channel profit and loss benefits.
  • Serving as the primary finance liaison for top programs across the entire business, all of which are endorsed at the senior leadership team level.
  • Ensuring alignment of investment priorities, correct prioritisation, and fostering appropriate returns on investment.
  • Leading simplification efforts within the business, managing intricate relationships across the entire group.
  • Overseeing key business cases led by the Chief Operating Officer, which inherently span the entire business.
  • Spearheading the enhancement of work practices and processes through digital means.
You'll have the following skills & experience
  • A certified accountant (e.g., ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with exceptional SAP knowledge and proficiency.
  • Capable of influencing a diverse group of senior financial and non-financial stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes within complex, matrixed environments.
  • Demonstrates consistent application of advanced knowledge and understanding of company financial statements and accounting principles.
  • Possesses the ability for bold and assured thinking, challenging the status quo where necessary.
  • Proficient in communication, adept at translating complex financial outcomes to both senior financial and non-financial stakeholders through oral and written presentations (PowerPoint). Skilled in tailoring messages to specific audiences, distilling key information without compromising necessary detail.
  • Exhibits advanced financial modelling skills (Excel), proficient in constructing and manipulating detailed models to derive relevant outputs and metrics.
  • Responsible in the absence of Senior Finance Manager & Financial Director for critical meetings with FD's, CFO, MD's & CEO
Benefits
  • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • 10% on target bonus
  • Pension scheme, if you contribute 5%, BT contribute 10%
  • Flexible benefits: cycle to work, healthcare, etc.
  • Discounted BT products, retail vouchers and other great benefits
With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We've brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We're a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it's not just the technology that matters, it's what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you're a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

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