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Why this job matters
An exceptional opportunity to be part of the Finance Business Partnering (FBP) Tower team within Group Finance Shared Services (GFSS). You will manage accounting, reporting, planning, and analysis requirements for the contract / business unit. You will be responsible for controlling, processing, and consolidating monthly results and forecasts. Additionally, you will undertake key project activities and liaise with the subunit / center team for your respective Business Units.
What You’ll Be Doing – Your Accountabilities
- Month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and analysis of P&L and balance sheet impacts.
- Timely and accurate delivery of financial results for contracts/CFUs, accompanied by clear and insightful performance commentary.
- Ownership of P&L and balance sheet consolidation and reporting for contracts/units, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Accountable for monthly reporting, outlook preparation, and Medium-Term Planning (MTP) in collaboration with business and finance stakeholders.
- Support for financial controls, compliance, and audit requirements, including risk assessments and resolution of audit queries.
- Effective stakeholder communication and engagement, including coordination with FBPs, Finance Controllers, and Sector Leads.
Leadership Accountabilties
- Solution focused achiever
- Collaborative partner
- Commercial thinker
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
The Skills You’ll Need
The Skills & Experience you’ll need to succeed
- Qualified / semi accountant or finance professional with hands-on experience in forecasting, planning, and financial analysis.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial standards, with a proven ability to apply them effectively in a business context.
- Skilled in stakeholder management and project coordination, adept at delivering results under tight deadlines and navigating ambiguity.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and drive data-informed decisions. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
- Clear and concise communicator, capable of presenting financial performance insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- Collaborative team player who holds others accountable through a supportive yet challenging approach, consistently meeting personal and team commitments.
Required Experience
- Experience in accounting, planning, forecasting, and management reporting within large-scale organizations – Mandatory
- Strong skills in challenging the status quo, continuous learning, and driving innovation – Mandatory.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities – Mandatory
With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1 -2 million business customers internationally.We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.
A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:
Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.
DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?
Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.
