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    Finance Business Partner - London, United Kingdom - DesignScene

    DesignScene
    DesignScene London, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Description

    We Are DesignScene. We craft design-led events and experiential marketing campaigns for brands worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented global team on hugely creative and innovative projects. Our major international clients include Yahoo, Amazon, T-Mobile, Pinterest, and Apple, for whom we activate worldwide.

    We are looking to strengthen our team with the addition of a Finance Business Partner based in London to work across physical, hybrid and digital events and activations Overview What is the purpose of the job? Reporting to the CEO/Founder or MD, you will be part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and serve as a strategic advisor and financial expert, partnering with various departments to drive business performance and profitability. Your role will involve financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and providing insights to support decision-making. Additionally, you will oversee the work of an Accounts Assistant, providing guidance and support in financial operations and reporting. The Role
    • Location: Clerkenwell, Central London, UK
    • Employment Type: Permanent
    • Salary: Up to £65,000 per year plus bonus schemes
    • Hybrid: Mondays & Fridays work from home + 18 additional days a year (after probation).
    Key Responsibilities Financial Planning and Analysis:
    • Collaborate with SLT to develop annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
    • Analyse financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
    • Provide insights and recommendations to management to optimise resource allocation and improve profitability.
    • Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support decision-making and business initiatives.
    Business Partnering:
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to SLT & Projects Team providing financial guidance and support.
    • Partner with the Projects Team to develop budget strategies and assess project profitability.
    • Actively participate in cross-functional meetings and discussions to provide financial perspective and expertise.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue growth, and process improvements.
    Financial Reporting and Control:
    • Oversee the preparation and distribution of accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly management reports, variance analysis, and KPIs.
    • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
    • Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting transactions.
    • Monitor and analyse key financial metrics to assess financial health and performance.
    Team Leadership and Development:
    • Supervise and mentor an Accounts Assistant, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
    • Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively, ensuring efficient workflow and workload distribution.
    Process Improvement and Efficiency:
    • Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and enhance internal controls.
    • Implement best practices in financial management and reporting to optimise productivity and accuracy.
    • Leverage technology and automation tools to streamline routine tasks and enhance reporting capabilities.
    • Design & apply accurate and appropriate Finance systems, policies and procedures
    Requirements Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
    • Several years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a marketing or advertising agency environment.
    • Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
    • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software systems (Procim, Xero & Spotlight are preferred).
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across departments.
    • Leadership experience and the ability to mentor and develop junior staff.
    • Proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
    Benefits
    • Salary: £55,000 = £65,000 per year plus bonus schemes
    • Hybrid: Mondays & Fridays work from home + 18 additional days a year (after probation).
    • Bonus scheme based on individual & company performance
    • Private healthcare
    • Accounting for International Development
    • Accounting for International Development
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