Junior Business Partner - Central FP&A

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Junior Finance Business Partner to join our offshore finance team in India. This role will provide essential financial support to the Group s Central Functions, working closely with onshore Finance Business Partners to support Executive Committee leads in strategic decision-making and financial management.

The Junior Finance Business Partner will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting, ensuring that financial insights drive business performance and efficiency across the Central Functions.

Core Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Collaborate with Finance Business Partners to provide financial support to Executive Committee leads across the Group s Central Functions (e.g. Finance, HR, Risk/Compliance/Legal, Property and Procurement).
• Support the wider financial planning processes, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term financial modelling.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, providing insights and recommendations to support cost control, efficiency, and strategic decision-making.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development of business cases for investment proposals and strategic initiatives within the Central Functions.
• Assist in streamlining financial processes and improving reporting accuracy and timeliness.
• Act as a liaison between finance team members based in India and the wider finance function, ensuring effective communication and alignment of objectives.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, controls, and corporate governance requirements.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and global finance environment.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making processes.
• Career development and learning opportunities within a growing finance function.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Experience

• Overall, 10 years of experience with 6+ years of relevant experience in finance business partnering, FP&A, or financial analysis roles.
• Experience working with offshore/onshore finance teams in a multinational or global organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to engage effectively with senior leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling, Excel, and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Adaptive Planning and Workday).
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment.

Education / Qualifications:

• University Qualified, MBA, CA/CWA Intermediate and CA/CWA Qualified
• Financial accountancy experience including UK GAAP within multi-national organisation will be an advantage.

Skills & Abilities

• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English: written and spoken.
• Proven Leadership abilities and team working.
• Excellent organizational, communication and planning skills.
• Professional, credible individual with an ability to influence peers, superiors and subordinates.
• Adaptable with an ability to change direction and priorities if required.
• Achievement orientation: Driven by goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work well with people across the organisation.
• Ability to understand the detail behind processes.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across different levels of the organisation.

Benefits:

• Being a permanent member of the team at EQ you will be rewarded by our company benefits, these are just a few of what is on offer:
• 31 days + 9 bank holidays (UK).
• Comprehensive Medical Assurance cover.
• Two-way cab transport for staff working in UK & US shift.
• Maternity leave of 6 months full pay, 10days paid paternity leave.
• Accidental & Life cover 3 times of concerned CTC.

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