Finance Business Partner - Appcast Enterprise : Job Details

Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a resilient team that works together to redefine the boundaries of excellence. At our organization, we value collaboration and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and claimants, offering you the opportunity to join a team where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference. GUIDE. GUARD. GO BEYOND.We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Gallagher Bassett is looking for a Finance Business Partner to play a key role in managing and reporting the financial transactions of the organisation. This hybrid role, based in Tamworth, requires you to work on a hybrid basis (2 days in the office). 

The role involves preparing and monitoring financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting audit processes. The successful candidate will oversee the accuracy of financial records, manage month-end and year-end closures, and assist in budgeting and forecasting.

A professional finance qualification (or working towards one) and relevant financial accounting experience is required, along with strong attention to detail and effective communication skills. This position reports to the Senior Finance Business Partner and offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the financial integrity and success of the group.

• Prepare and analyse the month end pack.
• P&L production
• Variance analysis
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process
• Monitor the Balance Sheet reconciliation balances and prompt action where necessary
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) and reverse VAT obligations
• Implement and monitor controls 
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Oversee the tasks of the Accounts Assistants and provide support and cover where necessary (Sales invoicing, Purchase ledger, Cashbook)
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded and classified accurately
• Oversee the accuracy and integrity of the billing process for the Group
• Prepare and monitor the posting of various journals (Accruals, deferrals, etc)
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during financial audits
• Provide necessary documentation and explanations to auditors

• Professional Finance qualification (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) or PQ  for an equivalent experience
• Minimum of three years of experience in accounting or a related role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (GAAP, IFRS)
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Salesforce desirable but not required
• Eligibility to work in the UK

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
• Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
• Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
• Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Other benefits include:

• Three fully paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
• Season ticket loan
• Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
• Emergency back-up family care
• And many more…

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long-term health conditions or disabilities.

We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.

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