Finance Business Partner

Scope Markets Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job description

About us:

Scope Markets, the brand used by the Rostro Group offers institutional and retail trading services to businesses and traders worldwide. Our top management team has more than 20 years of experience in the industry, and we are proud of the solid partnerships we built over the years. Whether it's a business or individual, Scope Markets has a wide range of trading solutions that are compliant, flexible, cost-efficient, innovative, and place the client first.

The role:

As the Rostro Group builds its existing lines of business and expands into new business units, the Finance Business Partner will play a vital role in enabling growth and will bridge the gap between finance and the commercial departments within the organisation. A key part of the role will entail collaboration with stakeholders from various business units to comprehend their needs and deliver financial insights. Build partnerships and maintain strong relationships with senior managers, implementing changes, and supporting strategic decision making. Track and evaluate the financial performance of different business units, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.

How you can make a difference:

1. Work alongside the business unit providing true partnership.
2. Enable the business unit to deliver on performance, while maintaining budget allocations.
3. Proactively work with the business unit and operational finance to deliver results.
4. Analyse financial reports, gather data, and update key stakeholders.
5. Lead data-driven decision-making initiatives utilising Business Intelligence tools and reporting.
6. Automate processes by leveraging existing systems.
7. Review and enhance monthly reporting on commercial metrics.
8. Lead the annual budgeting process and half-yearly reforecast for the respective business unit.
9. Align business unit strategy with the company's long-term strategy.
10. Work alongside the FP&A team to assist in developing the company's medium to long-term financial and strategic plan by providing essential analysis on KPIs.
11. Assist with daily consolidated reporting on an ad-hoc basis.

Education & Experience:

1. Part-qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
2. At least 3 years' work experience within the financial services industry, ideally in a Finance Business Partner role.
3. Advanced Excel skills.
4. Experience with Business Intelligence tool is a plus (e.g., Power BI).

Skills and Competencies:

1. Strong financial and analytical skills.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Solid understanding of budgeting and forecasting.
4. High attention to detail and accuracy.
5. Strong reporting skills with a focus on meeting deadlines.
6. Ability to think laterally to identify improvements in processes.
7. Ability to communicate using clear, jargon-free language.

Personal Specifications:

1. Strong commercial acumen.
2. Proactive, solution-oriented approach.
3. Ability to multitask and adapt to a constantly changing environment.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills.

Perks & Benefits:

1. Attractive Remuneration: A competitive salary package based on your qualifications, experience, and skills.
2. Performance-Based Rewards: Annual discretionary bonuses and yearly salary review to recognize and reward your outstanding performance.
3. Generous Time Off: Annual Leave days to rest and recharge.
4. Pension Scheme: Company contributions to our provident fund, helping secure your future.
5. Vibrant Work Environment: Be part of an energetic and diverse multicultural team.
6. Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from our hybrid work model, giving you the freedom to work from home.
7. Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous personal development and career advancement.
8. Team Bonding Events: Annual company events and parties to foster connection and engagement among employees.