Finance Business Partner

3 weeks ago


Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

Job Introduction
You'll be joining our finance team, which is part of the corporate structure known as Finance and Business Support, this feeds into Route Services. Your role involves supporting the function to deliver services that are vital to the running of the railway, deliver the provision of services agreed by the routes to allow them to benefit from economies of scale and the optimisation of our critical resources.

We offer business partnering insight, guidance and financial support to 6 primary functions; Business Services, Commercial and Procurement, Information Technology, Asset Information Services, Supply Chain Operations, and Engineering Services, along with the Routes and Regions

The role involves providing finance business partner support to the Construction Services team within Supply Chain Operations. Construction Services provide principal contractor services to the Network Rail regional business, including High Output track renewals and overhead line renewals. The role is an integral part of the Supply Chain Operations finance team and will work closely with other members of the team, reflecting the close relationships which exist throughout the portfolio of services provided.

The Route Services finance team is predominantly based in Milton Keynes, but we also have team members and business partners based nationwide and would consider other locations for these roles

Main Responsibilities
**What will you be doing?**
- Be the expert in the function on accounting practices and advise on financial results and forecasts, including preparing period accruals, transfers and adjustments to validate accounts are reflective, relevant.
- Manage corporate governance for Supply Chain Operations, conducting in-depth investigations and reviewing compliance with financial regulations to protect the business from legal or negative consequences.
- Deliver expert and accurate business review information and reporting and highlight any significant issues with financial and other business results to enable informed decision making by the business area.
- Engage and influence senior members of the team to help them understand their financial position and use professional expertise to guide in initiatives to improve business performance
- Build bottom up, detailed plans to manage and develop the production of business plans and budgets to enable good corporate governance and value add analysis for senior leaders
- Identify and proactively manage commercial risks, including the financial suitability of new customers or suppliers reducing the potential risk impact on the business area and influencing decision makers.
- Collate, investigate and make recommendation for investment appraisals and business case analysis to aid business decisions.
- Model, analyse and develop reports on cost base and identify and drive opportunities and efficiencies to achieve area targets and ongoing monitoring
- Cost tracking, headcount tracking and

Essential
- Membership (Or working towards a membership) of a relevant accounting body (CIMA/ACCA) or equivalent experience
- Expert knowledge and experience of creating and maintaining accounts and annual budget
- Significant experience within relevant finance disciplines
- Strong excel skills and use of data manipulation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to interpret technical accounting regulations into everyday language
- Demonstrable effective influencing skills at a senior level
- Significant understanding of financial control and risk
- Excellent technical finance and accounting knowledge

Desirable
- Understanding of project management principles and experience of managing complex projects
- Membership of a relevant accounting body
- Extensive experience of Oracle based systems
- Degree or equivalent qualification in finance and accounting or business management or experience

**Who we are looking for?**

We want dynamic individuals who want to be part of a dedicated and skilled workforce, working towards a common goal to ensure Route Services delivers outstanding service for passenger and freight users via our internal customers.

We are committed to a diverse workplace enriched with representation from diverse cultures, backgrounds and skills. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where difference is embraced, and individuals can thrive. We recognise that the success of the team is dependent on a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined group of individuals, aligned to deliver successful financial solutions.

About The Company
**We’re an organisation where people matter. We matter to millions.**

Our role is to run a safe, reliable and efficient railway, serving customers and communities. We exist to get people and goods where they need to be and to support our country’s economic prosperity. Safety is our number one priority.

We're undertaking an ambitious change. Our vision is Putting Passengers First - becoming a company that is on the side of



  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

    Finance Business Partner **Location**: Milton Keynes, GB **Department Name**: Finance **About Network Rail**: Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We’re an organisation where people matter.** **When your part...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Grant Thornton UK LLP Full time

    R1032710 More than you expected Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience....


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

    Finance Business Partner **Location**: Milton Keynes, GB **Department Name**: property **About Network Rail**: **About Network Rail** Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We’re an organisation where people...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Butler Rose Ltd Full time

    The focus of this role is to manage a team of finance staff in building partnerships with senior management stakeholders across the university on a cross-section of financial, accounting activities and projects. The aim is to drive impact and understanding of financial reporting on business performance and analysis, enabling a link to financial data to...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

    Senior Finance Business Partner (Property) - Milton Keynes/London/Birmingham/Manchester - 12 months secondment (with an expected extension) **Location**: Milton Keynes, GB **Department Name**: SC NW&C Finance Director (338287) G4 **About Network Rail**: Join Our Team at Network Rail! Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability,...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Lantmännen Unibake Full time

    Are you a qualified accountant and want to work for a business where finance is a trusted advisor? We're looking for an Operations Finance Controller who not only is able to create standard costing but understands the importance of a Finance Business Partner who understands manufacturing but can also provide the narrative around what numbers mean. **You...


  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Page Personnel Sales Full time

    Our client is a leading player in the FMCG market with a reputation for excellence. With a headcount of over 1000 employees, they are known for their commitment to providing high-quality products and services within an unclassified industry. Junior Finance Business Partner Supporting the finance team in budgeting and forecasting processes. Assisting with...


  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Asset Finance International Full time

    Business Analyst - Asset Finance - London and the South East {Our client is a world-leading provider of software solutions to the asset finance, leasing, automotive finance and banking sectors. They are looking to appoint a Business Analyst to join an experienced and highly motivated team supporting the core business products for existing and new...


  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom DS Smith Full time

    Are you passionate about finance and ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic E-Commerce environment? We're seeking a talented Finance Business Partner to join our Packaging division and serve as a key partner between Finance, S&OP, and Planning teams. Dive deep into data to accurately analyse, forecast, and provide insights for our E-Commerce...

  • Head of Finance

    7 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Northampton Business Directory Full time

    We have been providing our clients with comprehensive IT Support and technology solutions, including cloud services, managed print, telephony, Office 365 applications, cyber security and data recovery, and more, since 2002. As part of Advania, we are backed by a leading technology services and solutions provider, and the most awarded Microsoft partner in...

  • Finance Analyst

    1 month ago


    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Walters People Full time

    Summary of the role. An exciting opportunity to join a well-established business as a finance analyst based in Milton Keynes. A fast-paced environment that will benefit your career progression as well as adding immediate value to the finance team. Strong support from the companyto progress with broader development programs within the finance function and...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom BP Full time

    **Job Title**: Marketing Business Partner Advisor **Job Location**: Milton Keynes **Contract Length**: 6 months (potential to extend to 12) **Industry**: Retail **Working hours**: 7.5 per day/37.5 per week Engagement via an umbrella company only **Summary**: A commercial customer focused role with deep knowledge of the UK retail market and the external...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom BSI Full time

    Great that you're thinking about a career with BSI! Role Title: Business Development Partner – Regulatory Services Reporting into: Business Development Partner - Team Lead Hybrid working between home & Milton Keynes Overview / Purpose of the position Reporting to the Business Development Partner Team Leader and working closely with key...


  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Northampton Business Directory Full time

    Morgan McKinley finance is working with a leading c£600 million turnover business, backed by private equity and renowned for its acquisitive nature, to fill the Group Finance Manager position based in Northamptonshire. Our client is seeking a dynamic individual, a true doer and go-getter, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses strong...

  • HR Business Partner

    21 hours ago


    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Emprego UK Full time

    Salary: 46,000 - Region: Banbury - Job Type/Function: Human Resources - Closing Date: 22 September 2023 - Contract Type: Permanent - Total number of weekly/annual hours: 37.5 BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE Position: HR Business Partner Location: Banbury and Didcot **Salary**: £46k + car/car allowance Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Closing...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Churchill Service Solutions Full time

    HR Business Partner - Transport Division - Covering the South-East - Driving our people agenda_ We Put People First so you can Deliver Outstanding Service We are looking for a HR Business Partner to join our dynamic and diverse Transport division. The HR Business Partner role is a vital to our continued success and will work closely with our key...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University UK Full time

    **Unit**: People Services **Salary**: £74,351 to £89,185 **Location**: Milton Keynes **Please quote reference**: 21500 Full-time, Permanent **Closing Date**: 12 March, 2024 - 12:00 - Flexible and remote working is an option but must be able to attend Milton Keynes as required._ **Change your career, change lives** The Open University is the UK’s...

  • Finance Analyst

    4 weeks ago


    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Sainsburys Full time

    Finance Analyst - GM&C Trading Sales & Margin - 220007D4) Our Finance function isn’t just about championing internal audits and controlling risks. It’s about transforming our Finance systems and processes to make sure we’re set up for success in the ever changing world of retail. It’s generating crucial insights for our business, keeping costs under...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Orka Financial Full time

    Our client is a growing multisite food business who seek to hire a Commercial Head of Finance to own their central region which is circa £70m turnover. Our client work with some flagship clients and this role will be client and business facing. The rolewill suit a commercially astute qualified Accountant who will enjoy a highly visible role partnering and...


  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Scania Full time

    Early Careers Business Partner **Early Careers Business Partner** **Salary starting from £50,000 plus benefits!** As the Early Careers Business Partner, you are passionate about developing and driving forward our Early Careers programmes at Scania in the UK. You are motivated by supporting and encouraging our early talent to reach their full potential....