Finance Business Partner

Overview

Finance Business Partner delivering financial insight & analysis for Works Delivery decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• financial reporting
• budget planning
• governance compliance
• process improvement
• financial analysis
• stakeholder collaboration

Tasks

-Support the annual business planning, budgeting and reforecast processes. -Develop a deep understanding of business drivers, risks, and opportunities to influence financial and operational outcomes. -Ensure financial governance, compliance, and control standards are maintained in line with Network Rail policies. -Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasts, and performance analysis. -Identify and implement improvements in financial processes, systems, and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy. -Work collaboratively with other Finance teams and stakeholders to share best practice and drive continuous improvement. -Partner with operational and project teams to provide financial advice, guidance, and analysis that supports effective decision-making. -Challenge and support budget holders to ensure robust financial management and value for money.

Requirements

• accounting qualification
• excel
• oracle
• project management
• analytics
• influencing

What You Bring

-Can build effective relationships with non-financial stakeholders and communicate complex information clearly. -Is part-qualified or qualified in a recognised accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ACA), or has equivalent experience. -Significant experience in within relevant financial disciplines -Have demonstrable effective influencing skills at a senior level -Has strong analytical and excel skills and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insight. -Experience of Oracle based systems -Degree or equivalent qualification in finance and accounting or business management or experience -Understanding of project management principles and experience of managing complex projects

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Benefits

-28 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays -My benefits – Our discounted online shopping site -2 weeks paid reserve leave for our Armed Forces community -Salary of £43,588-£51,719 (Band 4C) depending on skills, qualifications and experience -Subsidies of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets -A range of discounted offers including, healthcare offers – cycle to work, healthcare club discounted membership and other benefits -A choice of contributory pension schemes

About Network Rail

-Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system. -Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets. -Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership. -Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects. -Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts. -Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK. -Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions. -Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers. -Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK. -Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-basic criminal record check required. -verification of identity, right to work in the uk, and the last three years' employment history. -potential face-to-face drugs and alcohol testing.