Finance Business Partner

PDSA; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job description

Finance Business Partner

Telford/Hybrid

£48,522 - £52,404 per annum

35 hours per week

Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship. We're now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years. If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.

As Finance Business Partner, you will:

• Strategic Financial Support - Provide financial insights, analysis, and recommendations to Directors, Heads of Departments, and senior leadership to drive business performance and informed decision-making.
• Budgeting & Forecasting - Proactively manage the annual budgeting and monthly reforecasting process, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and future financial sustainability.
• KPI & Trend Analysis - Work closely with the Data & Analytics team to develop dynamic KPI dashboards and financial trend analyses to support operational and strategic planning.
• Cost-Saving & Revenue Generation - Support budget holders in identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives and income-generating opportunities while ensuring alignment with PDSA's mission.
• Business Case Review & Financial Viability - Collaborate with stakeholders to review business cases, ensuring financial viability before submission and advising on resource allocation.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance - Deliver timely and accurate financial reports, engage with the Financial Accounting team and external auditors, and contribute to financial accuracy and compliance.

We're seeking someone with:

• Professional Accounting Qualification - Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW) or significant relevant experience in a business finance role.
• Financial Analysis & Forecasting Expertise - Strong experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support business decision-making.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnering - Proven ability to influence and support senior leaders with clear financial insights and commercial awareness.
• Data & Reporting Proficiency - High proficiency in financial reporting tools, advanced Excel skills, and experience in developing financial dashboards.
• Problem-Solving & Continuous Improvement - Strong analytical skills to identify financial risks, opportunities, and areas for performance optimisation.
• Multi-Sector Finance Support - Experience supporting multiple business areas, ensuring financial sustainability, adaptability, and strategic alignment.

Why Join Us?

At PDSA, we care for both pets and people. As part of our team, you will enjoy a supportive, flexible working environment, along with a range of great benefits designed to make you feel valued:

• Remote and flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.
• 25 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days per year.
• An additional Wellbeing Day, so you can recharge whenever you need it.
• Generous pension schemes, starting at 5% contributions and increasing up to 10%.
• Life Assurance policy (4x annual salary) to give you peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program and Online Wellbeing Centre available 24/7 for confidential support.
• Retail and Holiday Discounts via our fetch platform, giving you access to a wide range of deals.

PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect. To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.