Finance Business Partner for Technology Solutions

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Informa Global Support Full time

Position Overview

The Finance Business Partner for Technology Solutions plays a crucial role within the Global Support finance division. This position is dedicated to supporting the Technology, Services & Solutions (TSS) sector.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with the management team of Technology and the Senior Finance Business Partner. Additionally, you will engage with other members of the Global Support finance team, the broader Technology team, and occasionally with finance and business teams from other divisions.

Operating within a framework of accountability and ongoing enhancement, the Finance Business Partner utilizes analytical insights to assist in business management, constructively challenging and influencing decisions when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

The Finance Business Partner is expected to undertake the following primary responsibilities, along with any other reasonable tasks as required:

Month-End Close and Forecasting / Budgeting:

  • Full ownership of the financial status for designated Technology Practice areas.
    • Collaborate with the TSS Senior Finance Business Analyst and Finance Business Analyst, along with the Shared Services Center support team, to provide a summary of the financial position for month-end reviews.
    • Lead the submission of forecasts and budgets in TM1, ensuring timely completion according to divisional schedules.
    • Oversee annual budget reporting, including presentation materials and ad hoc analyses.
    • Monitor expenditures on adjusting items such as mergers and acquisitions, exceptional costs, and redundancy expenses.
    • Manage headcount and FTE reporting.
    • Provide monthly updates on cost tasks and overlays as needed.
    • Lead the working capital forecast and budget submissions.
    • Prepare capital expenditure forecasts with commentary for group review, including phasing.
    • Generate insightful commentary, variance analyses, and reconciliation reports.
    • Assist the TSS Planning Manager in managing recharges with divisions and intra-global support, monitoring monthly costs and coordinating budget submissions into TM1 / SAPFC.
  • Support the TSS Planning Manager in the overall preparation of monthly stakeholder packs and workstream review documents.
  • Assist in consolidating forecast and budget builds, ensuring that key assumptions, dependencies, risks, and opportunities are clearly understood and communicated.
  • Provide management reporting for TSS leadership teams and local managers as required.
  • Seek to enhance reporting processes, including increased utilization of TM1 Excel add-ins, SAPFC, and SAP EPM.

Business Planning / Three-Year Plan (3YP):

  • Collaborate with the Technology Practice leadership team to develop the 3YP model and take ownership of the final submission in TM1/SAPFC.
  • Provide analytical support and content creation, including slide presentations.

Systems Management (SAPFC and TM1):

  • Offer feedback on the TM1 forecasting model to the TSS Finance Planning team to ensure its effectiveness in managing the cost base.
  • Work with the TSS Planning team to identify development and enhancement needs, including modeling for the Three-Year Plan, KPIs, and headcount reporting.
  • Support improvements in financial systems and tools used by the unit, particularly in the use of SAPFC and TM1, including profit center hierarchy, chart of accounts, and forecast/budget submissions.
  • Maintain and update profit centers in SAPFC for Technology as required.
  • Engage in workforce planning by collaborating with TM1 and HR teams to enhance data accuracy, including contingent worker and bonus data, and seek opportunities to improve headcount reporting for stakeholders.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Act as a key member of the Technology Sub-practice leadership team.
  • Directly manage the Senior Finance Business Analyst.
  • Provide quarterly summaries of the Technology Balance Sheet through regular reporting updates from the Shared Services Center, ensuring a solid understanding of accruals and prepayments.
  • Report on ad hoc programs and initiatives.
  • Contribute to statutory recharges as necessary.
  • Support the division's vision and business strategy, reinforcing and communicating Informa's Group Finance policies while ensuring adequate governance and controls are maintained. Assist with external and internal audits as required.
  • Ensure the integrity of data and processes is upheld.
  • Actively promote a culture of team engagement.
  • Establish a robust communication structure to ensure all key messages are effectively conveyed.
  • Address team administrative issues and provide feedback as necessary.

Qualifications:

  • Recognized professional Chartered Accountancy full qualification/certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • Experience in a Finance Business Partner or Senior Finance Analyst role at the Group level.
  • Thorough understanding of finance processes, systems, and operational methodologies.
  • Strong knowledge of leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management within a complex enterprise-level technology organization.
  • Proven track record of continuous professional and management development.

Additional Information:

At Informa, we strive to create a rewarding, supportive, and enjoyable work environment for all employees. Our benefits include:

  • Flexibility: High ratings for flexibility and trust, allowing a balance between office and remote work.
  • Community: A welcoming culture with social events and active diversity and inclusion networks.
  • Impact: Opportunities to volunteer and participate in charity initiatives.
  • Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal job movement opportunities.
  • Leave: Generous annual leave policy with additional benefits.
  • Personal Benefits: A range of options, including company-funded private medical coverage.
  • ShareMatch Scheme: Opportunity to become an Informa shareholder with matching shares.
  • Wellbeing Support: Comprehensive support for mental health and wellness.
  • Awards: Recognition programs for outstanding work.
  • Global Collaboration: Opportunities to work with international teams.

At Informa, we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive environment for all. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, making decisions based on qualifications and merit without discrimination.

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