Finance Business Partner

Job Description

As the Finance Business Partner, you will work with your assigned BU Head/Channel Director to support the implementation of their business strategy through providing financial advice, analysis and insight into business performance.

Responsibilities

As our Finance Business Partner, your key responsibilities will be to;

• Act as a trusted business partner to support the relevant BU/Channel to improve their financial performance
• Ensure correct financial treatment and booking of the revenues and costs for the relevant business area. Drive continuous improvements in the month-end process to achieve a timely submission
• Produce accurate and timely reporting and commentary to enable the relevant BU Head/Channel Director to understand the current business performance
• Produce accurate and timely reporting and commentary to enable the relevant BU Head/Channel Director to understand the current business performance
• Co-ordinate the preparation of the bi-annual budget and monthly Sales forecasts for the relevant business area
• Propose actions to improve the profitability of the relevant business area and monitor the progress
• Produce scenario analysis and modelling to enable the business to make the right decisions
• Ensure compliance with Canon accounting policies, support audit process and continuous development of SOX controls
• Other ad-hoc duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

As our Finance Business Partner and to be successful in this role, we would like you to have the following skills and experience;

• Part qualified or recently qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA)
• Advanced Excel modelling skills
• Experience using different IT systems e.g. Oracle, Hyperion, Essbase would be beneficial
• Previous experience of working in a Commercial Finance / business partnering role and with evidence of success

Proactive and collaborative approach

Canon Core Behaviours

• Drive for results
• Focus on the Customer
• Take ownership and accountability
• Act as a team player
• Shows courage and conviction
• People orientated
• Caring for self and others
  
  

The salary for this role is £46,000 - £52,000 depending on experience plus 10% bonus, pension, PHC, life assurance, 25 days a/l plus additional lifestyle benefits to choose from

About Us

At Canon, we’ve been inspiring people to capture and share their world for over 85 years. As a global leader in imaging and innovation, we’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact. We’re proud of our diverse, inclusive culture and our philosophy of Kyosei – living and working together for the common good. We welcome applicants from all communities and backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a diverse, energetic team, joining 50+ nationalities at our Stockley Park Head Office
• Enjoy hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
• Benefit from flexible hours, professional development, and a wide range of perks
• Minimum of 25 days of personal holiday per year with up to 5 days of available holiday purchase
• Access a competitive salary, benefits, a generous pension scheme and up to 38% discount on Canon products
• Be part of a company that values sustainability, inclusion, and your personal growth
• Great transport links- Elizabeth Line and Stockley Park low-cost Shuttle Bus and free parking on site
  
  

If you are ready to make an impact – we’d love to hear from you.