Finance Business Partner - European region

Finance Business Partner

Blis is looking for a Financial Business Partner based in our London/UK team, but you will be covering our European subsidiaries.

The Finance Business Partner is a versatile role that contributes significantly to the financial health and success of the organization. They provide critical financial insights, analysis, and reporting, collaborating with various teams and senior management to facilitate data-driven decision-making and support strategic initiatives. Their responsibilities encompass a wide range of financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and strategic support functions

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Business Decisions: collaborates with various departments within the organization to provide valuable insights and data-driven analysis. They use financial data to help stakeholders make informed decisions that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Revenue and Client Reporting: responsible for preparing regular and insightful reports on revenue and client-related metrics. These reports assist in tracking performance, identifying trends, and highlighting areas for improvement.
• Revenue Forecasting: The Finance Analyst is tasked with forecasting revenue on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis. Accurate revenue forecasting helps the company plan and allocate resources effectively.
• Monthly Board Packs: supports the creation and distribution of monthly board packs. These packs typically contain key financial and operational information that is presented to the company's board of directors.
• Commercial Finance Support: works closely with the Commercial Finance Controller, providing analysis and insights on various financial matters as required.
• Analytics Dashboard Management: responsible for managing the Analytics Dashboard on the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This dashboard provides crucial data and analysis to the Head of Sales, Managing Director, and executive team, helping them monitor performance and make strategic decisions.
• Budgeting Process: assists in the yearly budgeting process. This involves collaborating with different departments to create detailed budgets that align with the company's overall financial strategy.
• Monthly KPI Analysis: The Finance Analyst produces monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) analysis, which includes metrics like Seller Return on Investment (ROI) and Gross Profit (GP) analysis. These KPIs offer valuable insights into the company's financial performance and help identify areas for improvement.
• Adhoc Projects and Analysis: Undertake ad hoc projects and analysis work as directed by the Finance Director (FD) or Chief Financial Officer (CFO). These projects could involve financial modeling, cost analysis, or strategic planning.
• Monthly Country Packs: supports the creation and distribution of Monthly Country Packs. These packs likely contain financial and operational data specific to each country or region where the company operate
  

Skills and Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified with 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, finance business partnering or related roles.
• Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative and analytical abilities, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in financial modeling, data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau), and familiarity with ERP and financial software.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial insights and recommendations to non-financial stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and reliability in financial analysis and reporting.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Problem Solving: Proactive problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and propose innovative solutions.

About us

Blis is the only omnichannel DSP that unites telco data, real-world movement patterns, and transactions to deliver a complete view of the consumer. Powered by T-Mobile and built for precision at scale, Blis' omnichannel platform helps marketers map the full purchase journey – from impression to transaction – and expand their audience reach, driving incremental results across every screen.

Founded in the UK in 2004, Blis employs over 300 global employees across 14 offices in 11 countries.

Our Values - B.L.I.S.

Brave

We're leaders not followers

An innovation and growth mindset helps us solve everyday challenges and achieve breakthroughs. Our passion drives us to innovate. We don’t see barriers, just possibilities.

We take ownership and hold ourselves accountable for outcomes, good and bad – and we don’t pass the buck.

Love our clients

We're client obsessed

We do what we say and build trusted relationships with our partners for the long term. We act with integrity. We put our clients at the center of our business. We obsess over the best insights, ideas and solutions to deliver WOW and work with honesty and accountability to get it done.

Inclusive

We're one team

We are empathetic and embrace diversity. Everyone has a voice and can bring their authentic self to work. We care about and support each other – with humility and good humor. Mutual respect and wellbeing are key. We strive to eliminate bias and be open and transparent.

Solutions driven

We're action oriented

Speed matters in business, so we're solution-driven and action-oriented. We value simplification and calculated risk taking. We are lean, agile and resourceful self-starters. We collaborate and break silos, working thoughtfully and with urgency to solve problems, while learning from mistakes and celebrating wins.

If this looks like the perfect fit for you or if you just want to have a conversation, please apply and we will get back to you as quickly as possible!