Finance People Business Partner

The People Finance Business Partner (PFBP) will serve as a strategic liaison between the Finance and People/HR teams to drive financial planning, budgeting, and reporting related to workforce costs and initiatives. This role provides insightful financial analysis and supports business decisions that optimize people investments while ensuring cost-efficiency and alignment with organizational goals

• Partner closely with People/HR leaders and Finance teams to develop and manage budgets related to headcount, compensation, benefits, learning and development, and other workforce-related expenses.
• Provide financial insights and forecasts to support workforce planning, recruitment strategies, and talent management initiatives.
• Analyse trends in employee costs and productivity metrics to identify risks and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Collaborate on the design and financial evaluation of new people programs, compensation plans, and incentives.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on workforce financial performance, including variance analysis and recommendations.
• Support the implementation of HRIS and financial systems that enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
• Drive financial governance and compliance related to payroll, benefits administration, and workforce spending.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on the financial impact of people-related decisions.
• Lead cross-functional projects involving finance, HR, and operations to improve financial and people management processes.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, and regulatory changes impacting workforce costs.

Knowledge and experience
• Experience in finance business partnering, preferably in HR/People Payroll or workforce analytics.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll systems, and workforce analytics tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and ERP systems.
Education and qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is a plus.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates