Senior Finance Business Partner
Location: Coventry, UK
Salary: £70k-£90k (dependent on experience)
Contract type: Full Time Permanent
Working hours: 40 Hours a Week - Flexible Hybrid Working
About the role
Are you ready to take your financial expertise to the next level? We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Finance Business Partner to join our team in a leadership role that will shape the financial future of our operations.
This senior-level position requires not only strategic financial acumen but also proven leadership abilities to lead, mentor, and develop a team. You will work closely with key operational leaders across regions, providing the financial insights and leadership needed to enhance decision-making and deliver measurable results.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of four Finance Business Partners, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with operational teams overseeing financial performance and strategy.
- Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts (approximately 120 contract P&Ls), ranging in turnover from £500k to £30 million collectively.
- Provide advanced financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis to guide operational decisions and ensure performance targets are met.
- Lead financial discussions with senior stakeholders, confidently challenging and influencing to deliver improved results.
Requirements
We are looking for an individual with a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and commercial awareness. Candidates must have proven leadership and mentoring experience in a similar role, along with the following:
- Be fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA with significant post-qualification experience.
- Exceptional analytical and commercial acumen, with advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
- Outstanding communication and collaboration abilities, with a proven ability to engage, challenge, and influence senior stakeholders effectively.
- The ability to thrive under pressure, managing multiple priorities with resilience and adaptability.
- A strong background in auditing, acquisitions, or transactions, which will be highly advantageous in this role.
Why join us?
As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
What we offer
- Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
- Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
- Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
- Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.
Benefits
- Role-specific benefits: Car Allowance
- Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
- Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
- Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
- Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
- Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
- Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.
About idverde
We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry.
At idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.
Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
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