Finance Manager; Cost Management

Overview

We are looking for an ambitious Finance Manager to join the Cost business partnering team in the Finance function. Responsible for delivering high-quality forecasting, cost control, and value-driven performance analysis with a clear focus on cost optimisation, productivity and sustainable cost reduction to support strategic decision-making across the organisation. The role involves working with stakeholders across the organisation to drive strategic decision making to improve customer and commercial outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

• Ownership of BAU Cost and FTE reporting packs, with a strong focus on early identification of cost pressures, root-cause analysis, and driving corrective cost actions with budget holders
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans in collaboration with senior management
• Understand and interpret internal and external business needs and challenges, and recommend solutions that align with industry best practice
• Work independently on complex problems, look at the big picture to find the best solutions, and may lead functional teams or projects, providing direction, support, and mentorship to ensure objectives are met
• Act as a key finance partner to senior stakeholders, challenging cost assumptions and embedding financial discipline in decision-making
• Identify and drive cost optimisation and efficiency opportunities across the business, translating financial insight into tangible cost savings or productivity improvements
• Develop and enhance financial models to improve understanding of cost drivers, unit costs and scalability, supporting better cost management and prioritisation

We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive business. We are committed to a people-first culture where everyone is accepted, supported, and empowered to be brilliant. We offer opportunities for growth and progression, with up to £3,600 of free shares each year after one year of service. Everyone receives 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with tenure up to 38 days, and an option to buy or sell up to five additional days of annual leave.

We are recognised as a Great Place to Work for Women, Wellbeing, and overall Great Place to Work for many years, and we are dedicated to removing barriers related to race, gender, age, sexuality or any protected characteristics.