Finance Business Partner - Boutique IB

• Highly commercial role working with senior stakeholders across the business
• Salary up to £80k + 30% bonus
• 3 days in 2 from home
• High exposure role which will almost certainly help you accelerate your career development

A high prestige boutique Investment Bank based in London is looking for a Finance Business Partner to lead all cost accounting activities and reporting processes for its London Business. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role is a permanent position designed to provide the business with insightful management information for strategic decision-making.

• Cost Analysis & Modelling:
  Run and maintain complex cost allocations, perform variance analysis, and recommend cost efficiencies through critical analysis of direct and indirect costs.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:
  Compile annual budgeted numbers and monthly forecasts, including the management of the cost model tool and input into HFM.
• Stakeholder Partnership:
  Establish productive partnerships with regional and group finance teams, advising on headcount allocation and responding to stakeholder analysis requirements.
• Process Optimisation:
  Identify and implement process improvements through the automation of manual activities and management of finance-related projects.

• Professional
  
  Qualification:
  
  Must hold an ICAEW, ACCA, CA, CIMA, or CFA qualification.
• Proven experience in a finance role within a regulated Banking environment.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Advanced Excel knowledge and a strong understanding of costing, budgeting, and financial modelling.
• Systems:
  Experience with ERP systems is essential, while knowledge of Oracle Fusion and HFM is highly advantageous.