Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

Location

London, GB

Department Name

CO Financial Controller/Commercial Property (338458) G5

About Network Rail

About Network Rail…

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Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!

Brief Description

Vacancy Details

Duration: 2 x Permanent roles available.

Location: These roles are based in London Waterloo General Offices with the option of being based in Milton Keynes. These roles are a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered.

Band & Salary: Band 4C £43,588 - £49,037

Closing date: 12th November. On occasions, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. Late applications may not be accepted.

Next Steps: Interviews will be held W/C 18th November, depending on business requirements.

**Who are we looking for?**We are looking for people who analytically minded and enjoy business partnering. We encourage change and process improvements so if you are someone who enjoys expressing themselves through their work, making a difference and making an area of the business your own, this is the place for you.

About the role (External)

About the team..

We support the commercial side of Network Rail Property. This consists of three key areas:

-Retail, which focuses on the retail units, advertising contracts & car parks in managed stations and surrounding areas generating £180m+ Income per annum.

-National Portfolios, which focuses on easements, wayleaves and telecoms income generation £25m+ per annum.

-Interface Management Team, who liaises with Network Rail and the Arch Company after Project Condor.

The teams are predominantly based in Waterloo General Offices, but we also have team members based in Milton Keynes Quadrant.

What does the average day look like? In this role, you will provide financial advice to senior budget holders, helping them understand period results and forecasts. As the accounting practices expert, you will ensure accounts are accurate and relevant through period accruals, transfers, and adjustments. You will manage corporate governance, reviewing compliance with financial regulations to protect the business. Delivering business reviews and reports, you will highlight significant financial issues for informed decision-making. You will guide senior team members on financial positions and initiatives to improve performance. You will develop plans and budgets for good governance and valuable analysis. Managing commercial risks, you will assess new customers or suppliers and influence decision-makers. Overseeing central accounting functions, you will ensure efficient service delivery. You will conduct investment appraisals and business case analyses, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and achieving area targets.

Essential Criteria

·Demonstrate strong understanding of business needs and relevant application of accounting standards

·Membership (Or working towards a membership) of a relevant accounting body (CIMA/ACCA) or equivalent experience

·Expert knowledge and experience of creating and maintaining accounts and annual budget

·Significant experience within relevant finance disciplines

·Strong excel skills and use of data manipulation

·Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·Ability to interpret technical accounting regulations into everyday language

·Demonstrable effective influencing skills at a senior level

·Significant understanding of financial control and risk

·Excellent technical finance and accounting knowledge

Desirable Criteria

·Understanding of project management principles and experience of managing complex projects

·Membership of a relevant accounting body

·Extensive experience of Oracle based systems

·Degree or equivalent qualification in finance and accounting or business management or experience

How to apply (External)

Additional Information…

We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!

We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our Safety Vision

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

Some of our great benefits:

🌍 Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.

🌞 Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.

🎁 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.

 Defined benefit pension scheme

🚂 75% subsidy on train tickets.

🎟️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.

🕊️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.

Plus more….

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