Finance Associate

Finance Associate - Engagement Finance Champion (12-Month FTC)

Location: Birmingham or Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office)

Our client, a leading professional services organisation, is seeking a Finance Associate to join their team as an Engagement Finance Champion on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-performing finance function, supporting key stakeholders and driving best practices across the business.

As an Engagement Finance Champion, you will play a critical role in supporting finance operations and ensuring compliance with processes and policies. Your responsibilities will include:

• Building a strong understanding of finance processes and the business you support.
• Managing queries and requests outside the scope of standard finance support teams, using workflow systems to track resolutions.
• Reviewing WIP (Work in Progress) reports, identifying risks and billing opportunities, and escalating underperformance where necessary.
• Partnering with stakeholders to ensure engagement teams understand and meet lock‑up targets.
• Meeting with engagement leaders to discuss billing actions and improve financial performance.
• Promoting adherence to finance policies and escalating deviations.
• Supporting compliance and educating teams on finance‑related processes.
• Acting as a champion for change initiatives, including automation, self‑service, and process standardisation.
• Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge bases and process documentation.
• Taking ownership of your performance and identifying areas for growth.

• Previous experience in a customer service or finance‑related role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
• Resilient and confident working with multiple stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving mindset and proactive approach.
• Strong numeracy skills - preference for Maths A-Level or equivalent.

• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in Birmingham or Leeds office).
• Opportunity to work within a leading professional services organisation.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.