RSK Group is a leading environmental, engineering and technical services business, comprising over 200 companies worldwide. We are seeking a commercially minded and charismatic Finance Business Partner to join our Environmental Consultancy division (circa 30 business units).
This is a high‑impact role, partnering closely with the Divisional Finance Director and senior leadership team to drive performance, provide insight, and support strategic decision‑making across the business.
The Role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to operational leaders, providing robust financial insight and helping to shape the financial performance of the division.
Key Responsibilities
- Performance Analysis: Deliver insightful financial analysis and commentary on business unit performance. Identify key drivers and provide actionable recommendations to Managing Directors and Divisional Operations Directors.
- Forecasting: Lead and support robust revenue and cost forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and providing clear visibility of expected performance.
- Decision Support: Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decision‑making.
- External Audit: Support the delivery of high‑quality and timely audit processes in collaboration with the Divisional Finance Director and local teams.
- Budget Management: Work with leadership to develop P&L and capex budgets based on sound assumptions. Monitor performance against budget and support delivery of growth and profitability targets.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, trusted relationships across business units and become a key member of the management team.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and efficiencies. Support resolution of any audit findings.
- Divisional & Group Reporting: Ensure effective delivery of Group and Divisional reporting and compliance requirements.
- Accounting Support: Provide technical accounting guidance and collaborate with Group and Divisional teams to resolve complex issues.
- Treasury & Working Capital: Support cash flow optimisation and working capital improvements across the division.
- Finance Recruitment: Support the hiring and development of finance talent within the business.
- Ad Hoc Support: Provide financial insight and analysis as required by the wider leadership team.
About You
- Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA)
- At least 3+ years PQE in a similar analytical or partnering role
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Charismatic and confident communicator with excellent emotional intelligence
- Strong leadership and relationship‑building skills
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Proactive and solutions‑focused mindset
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Annual Leave Purchase
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Mental Health Support
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
You must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to interview.
RSK is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments to ensure flexibility for all employees.
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