Job Information
National Grid Finance Analyst - Finance Business Partner in Warwick, United Kingdom
Job Purpose
We’re looking for passionate 3x Finance Analyst - Finance Business Partner in the Electricity Transmission (ET) Finance team to support all the business partnering activities within the different ET areas.
You will be part of the CFO function that supports the Electricity Transmission business where we maintain the high-voltage electricity transmission network in England and Wales. We take electricity generated from windfarms and other power sources and transport it through our network of pylons, overhead lines, cables, and substations. It then goes on to separate lower voltage local distribution networks, which connect directly to homes and businesses. The CFO function is critical to delivering our ambitions in ET, and this role plays a key part in setting financial clarity and insights to support strong performance management, providing financial business partnering to a key area of the National Grid business.
Our team provides both business and financial leadership, working across the ET business to ensure business leaders understand their financial performance in the context of our regulatory framework and the commitments we have made to our shareholders. We support the business to find opportunities to embed efficiencies that drive value for shareholders and consumers, and we provide insight and challenge where we see risks to performance.
What You'll Do
Support the FBPs with coordination and consolidation of business plan submissions for your partnered Business Unit, ensuring plans are assured and challenged effectively, and are underpinned by robust business-owned assumptions.
Work closely with the business to develop, review and challenge robust justification and Cost Benefit Analysis for key projects.
Provide interpretation of key financial metrics so that the ET business understands what’s critical to its performance.
Build effective relationships with key business stakeholders, Regulation and across the wider CFO teams to trigger and deliver business improvements that enhance commercial performance.
Be the link between the business and Finance, ensuring all the right relationships are leveraged to deliver the best outcome.
Develop analysis and propose solutions to complex commercial scenarios, considering commercial and business risks alongside the broader strategic commitments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial models and evaluate the financial impact of various initiatives, projects, and operational changes.
Develop strong, collaborative working relationships across teams, functions, and levels.
Apply analytical skills, judgement, attention to detail, and creativity to effectively solve problems.
Navigate ambiguity, take initiative, and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing the needs of multiple stakeholder groups.
Pivot to address ad hoc requests as they arise in an effective and efficient manner.
Proactively build relationships and drive accountability.
What You'll Have
Qualified Accountant or Part Qualified, (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) with planning, forecasting and budgeting experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate, iterate, and influence.
Ability to thrive in a matrix type environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Inquisitive and self-starter.
Ability to synthesize large datasets and develop and/or pressure test comprehensive analysis to inform the business and drive decisions.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Experience with SAP, SAC, Alteryx, PowerBI a plus.
Financial modelling, data consolidation, data analysis (MS Excel) experience.
Planning, forecasting, and budgeting knowledge
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.
What You'll Get
Up to £55,000 dependent on experience.
Plus:
Annual Bonus (based on personal and company performance) and annual salary review.
Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double-match your contribution to a max company contribution of 12%.
26 days holiday (plus the opportunity to buy more each year).
Life Insurance at 10 x your basic salary.
Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave – relevant to your role.
Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
Access to apps which support health, fitness, and wellbeing.
Career development, ongoing training and support, career progression and plenty of opportunity to progress!
Further Information
This is a hybrid working role from our Warwick office with circa 2 days in the office. The closing date for this vacancy is Midnight 15th Oct 24, with interviews due to take place w/c 21st Oct 24 onwards. We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.
About us
Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business
Inclusion and Diversity is not just about race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation. It is about our employees who wake up every day to serve our 20 million customers. At National Grid, we aim to create an environment where everyone is welcomed for who they are and where our differences are not only accepted but are celebrated. We understand the value that a diverse team can add to our organisation and that is why we model inclusive behaviour starting with senior leadership. National Grid utilises the insights of our employees that come from all different cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs to better serve our customers and communities who are in the fore front of everything we do.
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DE&I Statement
At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.