An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Senior Associate working for internal finance providing decision support and solutions on technical and commercial financial issues. The role will be supporting a business unit within the Tax practice. They will report to the Finance Business Partner . The role is offered as permanent. As a Finance Senior Associate the individual should have a basic understanding of business, technical, analytical and possess commercial skills and be able to apply their knowledge to provide support to the Finance Business Partner and client facing teams. The individual should be enthusiastic to learn, able to prioritise, confident to communicate in both verbal and written forms and be a strong relationship builder.

As a Finance Senior Associate the individual should have a basic understanding of business, technical, analytical and possess commercial skills and be able to apply their knowledge to provide support to the Finance Business Partner and client facing teams. The individual should be enthusiastic to learn, able to prioritise, confident to communicate in both verbal and written forms and be a strong relationship builder.

The Finance Senior Associate will play a key role in the following areas:

Performance management

Performance improvement

Financial control and compliance

Building relationships and sharing knowledge

Providing data input into forecasting and budgeting

Requirements

Ability to prioritise workload, ask questions and promote financial best practice

Action orientated and enthusiastic to take on new tasks

Focused on continuous improvement and learning in all areas of their work

A strong relationship builder who builds trust in their key stakeholders

Good written and verbal communication skills

Takes responsibility for their own personal development

Basic to intermediate excel

Additional information

The leadership and relationship skills we look for in future employees;

Networking and relationships - Build and maintain strong relationships within other operational functions, shares knowledge and challenges data integrity. Makes themselves known as a point of contact. Owns relationships with staff and demonstrates business acumen by proactively sharing knowledge for business improvement. Works closely on a regular basis and works collaboratively during critical times such as annual budgets.

Leadership - Demonstrate impact during meetings whilst actively listening and flexing style to deliver desired results. Suggest improvements and helps drive agendas forward. Is a problem solver and identifies areas for developing deeper relationships. Are seen as the go to person in their business unit. Good at sharing knowledge mentoring or coaching and acting a good role model.

Curiosity - Be curious at all times with thirst for wider business knowledge. Builds relationships within their business unit and the wider firm. Strong engagement in peer group, inquisitive about wider issues, takes an interest in discussions/topics. Proactively explores opportunities to be involved in wider projects.