WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

• Proven track record in a similar level role with experience of the above requirements
• Ability to self direct and manage multiple projects
• Ability to influence key decision makers at all levels, including Customers
• Excellent knowledge of accounting processes and terminology
• Relevant fullfinancial qualification (ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA) or equivalent - essential

WHAT ABOUT YOUR ROLE?

We’re looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our dynamic E Commerce and Retail business area.

WITH A SUPER RANGE OF CUSTOMERS AND STAKEHOLDERS, EACH WITH THEIR OWN SPECIALIST SERVICE REQUIREMENT. YOUR ROLE IS PIVOTAL IN BUSINESS PARTNERING WITH STAKEHOLDERS OF ALL LEVELS BOTH INTERNALLY AND CUSTOMER FACING AND YOU WILL BE A KEY PLAYER IN THE SLT STRUCTURE PROVIDING EXPERT DECISION SUPPORT AND BEING A TRUSTED BUSINESS ADVISOR.

Our Finance Business Partners are critical in collaborating and providing that bridge between the customer, Operations and all internal teams. This role is pivotal in the commercial decision making and continuing success of the contract and in this role the ability to manage and influence the customer relationship alongside a deep understanding of commercial requirements is paramount

Some of your day to day will include;

• Provide operational support to Finance and operational management team to ensure the integrity of the reported numbers whilst managing commerical risks and opportunities for the business.
• Provide commercial knowledge base and advise for finance community as well as Operational community.
• Work with our COEs to review and audit the operational locations in order to implement “Best Practices”
• Work with Financial Controllers to ensure that rigorous financial control systems are in place
• Provide Commercial and Financial support to operational locations across the Region as required
• Ownership of Forecasting and budgeting process for the region
• Ownership of all financial planning and control for your region
• Investment appraisal - Provide analytical and decision making information as required by the Ops and Finance - and where necessary receive/advise on the appropriate actions to capitalise on opportunities or mitigate risks
• Work with Ops and Business Development team in the creation of business projects and proposals and assess the commercial and contractual input.
• To undertake ad hoc Regional and divisional projects as and when required. Activities may include secondments, providing coverage for roles within the division, together with ad hoc projects as required by Operations and Finance team
• Start Ups - Co-ordination, production and reporting of Start Up Budget and Operating Budget and reporting of start up costs
• Establish a robust planning and implementation of business systems and processes at new operational site(s) including weekly and monthly P&L reporting
• Work closely and be a key contact for DHL’s customers ensuring accurate forecast projection in line with run rates supported by in depth knowledge of key operational drivers affecting financial performance
• In Depth contractual understanding of commercial levers to drive value ensuring KPI Fee and Gainshare opportunities are adhered to and tracked accordingly with appropriate Customer sign off

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO DO NEXT?

If you meet the requirements for this role and are looking for your next career move, submit your application to us along with an up to date CV or covering letter.
We look forward to hearing from you, and hopefully welcoming you to our team.