Commercial Finance Business Partner - Isle of Wight, United Kingdom - Johnson Matthey Plc

Description

Vacancy: Commercial Finance Business Partner - Licensing (Sustainable Solutions)

Location:
UK - London or Billingham

Job Family: Finance

As the Commercial Finance Business Partner you will be a strategic partner to the Catalyst Technologies Licensing business unit, specifically focused on the growth portfolio of Sustainable Solutions. You will be working in partnership with the Managing Directors, their teams, as well as Engineering, Commercial and other Finance teams to drive the achievement of the business strategy through financial insights, identifying opportunities and challenges and support long term strategic planning.

The Licensing business is at the start of a transitional and transformational period of growth in which it will move from being c. 15% of Catalyst Technologies revenue today (c. £100m) to over 40% in 10 years time (> £1bn). This will primarily be driven by the ongoing growth and development of our offerings in sustainable fuels and technologies including sustainable aviation fuel (through FT CANS technology), Low Carbon Hydrogen, e- and bio-Methanol and other sustainable energy and fuel technologies. This role will be integral to ensuring this vital part of JM's business growth is underpinned by robust and optimised finance support that maximises the benefit that these business opportunities can bring.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

Your

responsibilities:

Work alongside multiple business and finance stakeholders to help drive performance for the Sustainable Solutions Licensing areas, specifically business partnering with the Managing Directors for Low Carbon Hydrogen, FT Liquids, Methanol and Foundation licensing and their teams

Proactively consider profitability improvement strategies and work with the business to reach effective solutions

Preparing and delivering financial analysis and relevant commentary to/ for various senior business performance conversations

Own, improve and provide guidance on robust financial modelling and scenario planning, using financial data to accelerate delivery of the business strategy.

Developing costing models in support of tender activity or developing business cases for investment

Ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting of function performance, ensuring consistent and justifiable assumptions as a result of strong business partnering relationships and supportive challenge, including identification and action plans for risks and opportunities
Requirements for the role:

Professional accounting qualification e.g. ACA, CIMA or equivalent

Significant experience in a finance function in a global product or service-focused business

Ability to work collaboratively across a matrix organisation and provide appropriate challenge and insight, often under time pressure

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Strong analytical skills

Experience of owning finance business partnering for a specific business area
How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).

At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM .

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.

For any queries or should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

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