Finance Business Partner (Digital)

We have grown to a £125m turnover business this year, practically doubling in size both organically and through our acquisition journey! As part of this growth, we are looking for a Commercial Finance Manager to join our high performing, fast paced finance team.
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, you will provide financial expertise to support our commercial activities and make sure decisions are financially sound.
You will be responsible for budgeting and forecasting for our new digital service lines. Conducting performance-based analysis, highlighting variances, monitoring KPI's and creating internal reports to support decision-making.
It is important that this role acts as a trusted partner to those teams and a conduit between financial process and operational performance. You will…

• Dive into financial planning and analysis, developing and implementing financial models, collating operational assumptions and providing insights


• Review financial reports and develop specific KPI's and reporting to support our 3-year vision


• Partner with internal functions to develop and monitor budgets for both revenue and cost


• Support teams with their in-month forecast and support with delivery of regular forecasting cycles


• Develop an MI pack and highlight any areas of focus, reporting on trends and KPIs


• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies


As a new service to Cooper Parry, and growth through acquisition, you will be happy rolling your sleeves up and being able to switch from high level, adding value, impact and strategy to get into the detail and work on aligning with the wider Group.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact as the business continues its exciting growth journey. And would be ideal for an astute Business Partner with a passion for Tech & Digital.

As our next Commercial Finance Manager, you will love a fast paced and fast growing environment, revelling in a challenge. You will be a very focused individual with excellent organisation and time management skills. As well as…

• Experienced in financial modelling


• Have advanced Microsoft Excel skills


• Be able to build strong relationships through great communication and interpersonal skills


• Have the confidence to challenge and show resilience where required


• Possess Commercial Awareness and business acumen


• Multi-Service line experience would be advantageous


• Be qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferable
  
  We're no ordinary firm of accountants and business advisers. And this means we don't give ordinary advice. We work with privately owned, not for profit and multi-national businesses across the UK to help them become more aware of their financial position, become more financially efficient, help them grow and much more.

We're straight-talking and put people and relationships before products and services. This is what's made us the fastest growing firm of accountants in the UK... and our vision is to continue.
In 2022 & already in 2023, we achieved some fantastic feats, and we couldn't be more over the moon!

• Partnered with Waterland Private Equity since July 2022, and are now on a lightning-fast growth journey


• Ranked No.1 in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index


• Placed Top 3 in the mid-size category at the Inspiring Workplace Awards and 13th overall at the Inspiring Workplace Awards, against all businesses of all sizes across Europe, Middle East & Africa


• B Corp certified! Measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow


• Best Companies No.1 Accountancy Firm to work for in the UK & No.30 Best Large Company to work for 2023


What's in it for you...
We have always believed in trusting our people to make the right decisions for themselves. From how you dress, to where you work and how often you take holiday. We give our people the opportunity to work flexibly, as well as the trust and accountability to deliver.
We put our people at the heart of our culture. If our people love working here then they do amazing work, that's why we offer things like:

• Open Holidays - unlimited paid annual leave to take what you need to feel well rested


• A truly flexible approach to hybrid working


• Empowered and entrusted to do what you do best


• An amazing wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health


• Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities


• Alongside an array of benefits and perks all nicely packaged on our CP Pay & Perks platform


We know everyone performs their best when they feel welcomed and supported to bring their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunities' employer, we will work with you to ensure you have all you need to achieve your best.
Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process.
A note for Recruitment Agencies...
Agencies, we love you… but unsolicited CV's will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you would be interested in working with us - please send a message to a member of the Talent Acquisition team, should we have anything we need additional support on, we will reach out to you.