Job Description

Job details

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Location:

Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Glasgow, Leeds, Leeds Broadgate, Liverpool, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle upon Tyne, Nottingham, Plymouth, Reading, Sheffield, Watford

Capability:

KPMG Business Services

Experience Level:

Manager

Type:

Full Time

Service Line:

Finance

Contract type:

Permanent

Job description

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Job Title - Finance Business Partner

Base Location:

Watford plus network of 20 offices nationally: www.kpmg88careers.co.uk/experienced-professional/#LeBlender.OfficeLocations





The KPMG Business Services (KBS) and Enterprise-Wide Technology (EWT)functions are a cornerstone of our UK business. Operating from 20 UK locations and sitting with KPMG Central Services we do work that matters.


Within Central Services we are part of a community of experts across a wide range of critical activities who help grow, run, and protect KPMG in the UK.


From HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities and Business Support, through to Risk and Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Sales and Marketing, our approach is focused on driving the improved performance of the firm, which we support with diligence and expertise.


KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why Join KPMG as a Finance Business Partner

In these roles you will be reporting to the Head of Finance for either KBS or EWT. The Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in supporting the financial management and cost control within KBS.

What will you be doing?

Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, building strong relationships providing financial guidance and support for decision-making. Manage the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts, providing challenge where appropriate on affordability and alignment with strategic priorities Day to day management of other team members as required, including work allocation and prioritisation, understanding and supporting training needs and dealing with performance issues. Ensure compliance with firmwide accounting policies, tax regulations, and financial controls and therefore accuracy of financial information reported. Ensure financial risks are identified and managed effectively.

What will you need to do it?

Qualified / part-qualified with a recognised accounting body or a relevant degree, or over 10 years relevant experience of accounting in an operational or professional services environment Proven experience in financial management and analysis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to scrutinize complex financial data and perform advanced financial modelling. Experience of managing and 'on the job' coaching of junior colleagues.


To discuss this or wider Central Services roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to talent across the country but our core Central Service hubs for this role are:


Watford

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

Find out more:

Within Central Services we have a range of divisions and specialisms. Click the links to find out more below:

Central Services (KBS) at KPMG:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/kpmg-business-services/

Inclusivity and KPMG:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/people-culture/being-inclusive/

KPMG Workability and Disability confidence:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/need-support-let-us-know/
For any additional support in applying, please click the links to find out more:

Applying to KPMG:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/

Tips for interview:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/application-advice/

KPMG values:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/our-values/

KPMG Competencies:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/kpmg-competencies/

KPMG Locations and FAQ:

www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/faq/?category=Experienced+professionals

Why KPMG Business Services at KPMG?

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Every day our firm performs better because of how we work together, as one team, each the best at what we do. The difference we make shines through to our people and our clients. We're KPMG Business Services (KBS). We're a cross-functional team, bringing together experts across a wide range of critical activities which help to grow, run and protect our business. From HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities and Operations, through to Risk and Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Market Development, our approach is focused on driving the improved performance of the firm. We work shoulder to shoulder with our client-facing teams and we focus on delivering our services in ways which help to drive efficiency, improve quality and enhance our firm's brand and reputation.


Read about KPMG Business Services

Service Overview

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This is an opportunity to join a team of expert professionals and problem-solvers who have a commitment to adding value. The work we do here is varied. You could find yourself looking after our finance systems, inputting into the leadership decision-making processes, producing insightful reporting for the business, providing tax expertise or working, preparing external reporting or working as a business partner for different areas of the business. We offer plenty of scope for career development, including support for professional qualifications. If you have a focus on delivering excellent work and high-quality service in the Finance space, we'll do all we can to help you achieve your full potential.


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