Finance Business Partner (Marketing, Portfolio & Technology)

TL;DR

Finance Business Partner (Finance): Driving financial performance and strategic decision-making for Marketing, Portfolio, and Technology functions with an accent on investment appraisal and capital expenditure governance. Focus on developing robust business cases, managing consolidated portfolio data, and leading financial models for NPD/EPD projects.

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Company

John Crane (part of hirify.global) is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries.

What you will do

• Manage consolidated portfolio data and lead the financial planning process for monthly, quarterly, annual, and strategic cycles.
• Develop comprehensive business cases for capital expenditures (capex) and provide accurate monthly reporting of forecasts.
• Provide strategic financial insights and constructive challenge to the Finance Director and senior business leaders to drive better decision-making.
• Oversee vitality reporting and implement cost control measures across Marketing and Technology functions.
• Serve as the finance lead for the NPD & EPD process, driving robust financial models and cost schedules.
• Support financial reporting and analysis for the Energy Transition initiative.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related analytical discipline.
• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / ACMA / CFA).
• 5+ years of professional experience in commercial, operational, or strategic business analysis, preferably in a large multi-national business.
• Proficiency in financial and economic modelling and investment appraisal techniques.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems and partnering with senior business leaders.
• Must be based in or able to work from Slough, United Kingdom.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity through various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Annual Smiths Excellence Awards recognizing outstanding projects and individual contributions.
• Opportunity to work within a global network spanning over 50 countries.