Finance Business Partner

About the Company

This company is a leader in the world of entertainment. Known for its investment in cutting-edge technology and commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences, this company has built a reputation for excellence. With a collaborative, inclusive culture and a focus on innovation and growth, the company is dedicated to creating a positive impact for both its customers and employees. Joining this organisation means being part of a team that values analytical thinking, collaboration, and dynamic problem-solving.

About the Role

The Group Corporate Business Partner role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial success of both the corporate head office and a growing distribution business. This pivotal position combines robust financial reporting with high-impact business partnering, providing critical insights to senior stakeholders. With end-to-end ownership of the Group G&A and head-office finance function, this role ensures accurate month-end close processes, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management. Additionally, the Group Corporate Business Partner will play a key role in supporting the growth of the company's distribution arm, delivering insightful analysis on movie performance, KPIs, and profitability. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional to make a tangible impact in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

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• Prepare and submit monthly financial control and FP&A packs with clear insights, variance analysis, and performance commentary.
• Provide high-quality business partnering to senior stakeholders, delivering actionable financial insights to drive performance.
• Lead the preparation of short-term cashflow forecasts, including analysis of trends and liquidity management.
• Ensure compliance with group accounting policies, controls, and governance requirements.
• Own the budgeting and forecasting processes for both the corporate head office and the distribution business, ensuring robust assumptions and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, cost-saving projects, and performance improvement programmes.
• Drive process improvements and automation across reporting, forecasting, and analysis to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Take full ownership of the month-end close process for the corporate head office, ensuring accuracy and alignment with group timelines.
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Required Skills and Experience

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA professional.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end month-end close processes with high accuracy and ownership.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted finance business partner, providing insightful analysis to senior stakeholders.
• Experience delivering commercial, insight-led analysis for a growth-focused business unit.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities for value creation, efficiency improvement, and cost optimisation.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Experience in driving process improvements, including automation and strengthening financial controls.
• Desirable: Experience working in a multi-site or group environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in PowerPoint and modern reporting systems.

Key Benefits

• Annual bonus incentive.
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Wellbeing support initiatives.
• Option to work from home on Fridays.
• Unlimited digital cinema pass and monthly guest passes.
• Discounts on food and beverages.

This role is based in London, with a hybrid working model. The Group Corporate Business Partner will join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering the ultimate big-screen experience while fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace.