Senior Finance Business Partner - UK&I & Marketing

As a Senior Finance Business Partner at Commify, your primary responsibilities will include conducting detailed financial analyses, managing forecasting and budgeting activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide financial support. You will be instrumental in delivering monthly insights to Senior Management, aiding in strategic decision-making, and enhancing business reporting across different departments.

To qualify for the Senior Finance Business Partner position at Commify, candidates should have experience in financial planning and analysis, specifically related to gross profit reporting. Familiarity with Excel and the ability to manage extensive data sets is crucial. Additionally, holding a qualified accountant status (such as CIMA or ACCA) and experience in a SaaS or technology background is desirable.

Commify is committed to the growth of its employees, including the Senior Finance Business Partner role. We provide access to unlimited learning opportunities through platforms like Udemy and encourage participation in training and development workshops to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to your position.

At Commify, the work environment is vibrant and collaborative, fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation. As a Senior Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with various departments, exchanging insights and contributing to key strategic initiatives while enjoying the perks of hybrid working arrangements.

Commify offers a competitive salary range of £55,000 to £75,000 for the Senior Finance Business Partner position, alongside a healthcare cash plan, 27 days of annual leave, wellbeing days, and a pension scheme. Additional benefits include training & development opportunities, monthly socials, and even a birthday day off!

In responding to this question, focus on your relevant experience in financial planning, particularly in analyzing gross profit metrics. Highlight specific tools or methodologies you have used and how they contributed to successful forecasting or budgeting outcomes in your previous roles.

When discussing your approach to managing relationships, emphasize your collaboration skills. Share an example of a successful project where you worked with multiple departments, outlining how you facilitated communication and fostered teamwork to achieve common goals.

You should explain the specific techniques and tools you employ for financial forecasting, such as scenario analysis or trend evaluation. Discuss how you ensure accuracy in your forecasts and the importance of integrating data from various departments to inform your projections.

Highlight a specific instance where your financial analysis directly influenced a strategic decision by senior management. Be sure to mention the analysis methods you used, the insights you uncovered, and the tangible outcomes resulting from your recommendations.

Discuss your commitment to professional development and ongoing education. Mention any relevant certifications, workshops, or industry publications you follow. Highlight how staying informed allows you to apply best practices in your role as a Senior Finance Business Partner.

When answering, list the financial software and tools you are experienced with, particularly Excel and any other relevant platforms like Power BI. Describe how you effectively use these tools to perform detailed analyses, manage data sets, and support decision-making.

Talk about your organizational strategies and any tools you use to manage your workload. Provide examples of how you have prioritized competing deadlines effectively in previous roles, ensuring that critical financial activities were addressed efficiently.

Emphasize a project where you played a pivotal role and discuss your responsibilities. Highlight your approach to managing the project, collaboration with teams, and the results achieved, focusing on how your leadership contributed to its success.

Reflect on challenges you have encountered, such as inaccuracies in data or tight deadlines. Discuss how you overcame these challenges, the strategic thinking you applied, and any processes you put in place to prevent similar issues in the future.

This is your chance to demonstrate your understanding of Commify’s mission and values. Articulate why you are passionate about business communication solutions and how your expertise in finance aligns with the company's goals and culture.