Centrica
Finance Business Partner - Group Functions Join us, be part of more. We're more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is . We do energy differently-we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your role: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take the lead in finance partnering across multiple Group Functions, working closely with the CFO, Group Finance, and Functional Leadership Teams - including members of the Centrica Leadership Team. In this high-impact and strategically focused role, you'll deliver insight and challenge that drives accountability, efficiency, and value creation through informed decision-making and a deep understanding of business drivers. You'll be responsible for delivering robust financial reporting, analysis, planning and forecasting for several Group Functions, supporting Functional Leaders as they pursue ambitious transformation agendas. We're looking for someone who is highly analytical, commercially astute, and confident in challenging thinking to drive business performance. You'll be a trusted finance partner, providing clear, actionable decision support at the heart of Centrica's strategic journey. Location: The successful person would be required to commute to our head office in Windsor (SL4 5GD) circa 3 times per week. Responsibilities of the role: General Responsibilities: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across Group Functions Leadership Teams (including Centrica Leadership Team members) and the Finance function Understand Function's activities, operating model and goals - ensuring alignment with wider business needs, tracking value delivered. Develop a deep understanding of cost, cashflow, and risk drivers, and how organisational, commercial, or regulatory issues impact financial performance Provide robust insight and analysis to support the wider finance team and drive improvements in financial performance Contribute to Finance Transformation initiatives, helping to design and deliver enhancements to key processes such as forecasting and reporting Coordinate finance deliverables, ensuring outputs are timely, high-quality, and aligned to business objectives with clear, focused messaging Act as a first line of defence, identifying and managing risks and supporting the implementation of effective controls Planning & Performance Monitoring: Review and report performance against the Group Annual Plan and latest forecasts, analysing variances and recommending corrective actions Deliver accurate and transparent plans/forecasts that meet both finance and business stakeholder needs Produce bespoke reporting and analysis, including tracking progress against Functional transformation plans Partner with the Group Functions Financial Controller to support timely and accurate reporting, including key accounting judgements Decision Support: Influence and support decision-making, enabling Group Functions to self-serve relevant data where appropriate Deliver tailored analysis to support strategic and operational decisions Identify and drive performance improvement initiatives, designing and implementing change where needed Support investment reviews, including transformation programmes, and help articulate value through well-structured business cases Here's what we're looking for: Proven commercial finance experience in a large, complex organisation Strong finance partnering background, including decision support and investment appraisal Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Solid grasp of financial reporting processes and how they support performance and planning Working knowledge of SAP and Power BI is advantageous Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and support strategic delivery Critical thinker, confident in constructively challenging decision-making and assumptions Commercially astute, with a track record in analysis and evaluation to support business goals Strong communicator, able to distil complex information and influence a range of audiences Delivery-focused, capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure and mobilising resources across finance and the business Controls-oriented mindset, with experience in identifying and managing operational risks and familiarity with audit and risk processes Why should you apply? We're not a perfect place, we're a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That's why we've designed our total rewards to give you the flexiblity to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we're a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
Finance Business Partner - Group Functions Join us, be part of more. We're more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is . We do energy differently-we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your role: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take the lead in finance partnering across multiple Group Functions, working closely with the CFO, Group Finance, and Functional Leadership Teams - including members of the Centrica Leadership Team. In this high-impact and strategically focused role, you'll deliver insight and challenge that drives accountability, efficiency, and value creation through informed decision-making and a deep understanding of business drivers. You'll be responsible for delivering robust financial reporting, analysis, planning and forecasting for several Group Functions, supporting Functional Leaders as they pursue ambitious transformation agendas. We're looking for someone who is highly analytical, commercially astute, and confident in challenging thinking to drive business performance. You'll be a trusted finance partner, providing clear, actionable decision support at the heart of Centrica's strategic journey. Location: The successful person would be required to commute to our head office in Windsor (SL4 5GD) circa 3 times per week. Responsibilities of the role: General Responsibilities: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across Group Functions Leadership Teams (including Centrica Leadership Team members) and the Finance function Understand Function's activities, operating model and goals - ensuring alignment with wider business needs, tracking value delivered. Develop a deep understanding of cost, cashflow, and risk drivers, and how organisational, commercial, or regulatory issues impact financial performance Provide robust insight and analysis to support the wider finance team and drive improvements in financial performance Contribute to Finance Transformation initiatives, helping to design and deliver enhancements to key processes such as forecasting and reporting Coordinate finance deliverables, ensuring outputs are timely, high-quality, and aligned to business objectives with clear, focused messaging Act as a first line of defence, identifying and managing risks and supporting the implementation of effective controls Planning & Performance Monitoring: Review and report performance against the Group Annual Plan and latest forecasts, analysing variances and recommending corrective actions Deliver accurate and transparent plans/forecasts that meet both finance and business stakeholder needs Produce bespoke reporting and analysis, including tracking progress against Functional transformation plans Partner with the Group Functions Financial Controller to support timely and accurate reporting, including key accounting judgements Decision Support: Influence and support decision-making, enabling Group Functions to self-serve relevant data where appropriate Deliver tailored analysis to support strategic and operational decisions Identify and drive performance improvement initiatives, designing and implementing change where needed Support investment reviews, including transformation programmes, and help articulate value through well-structured business cases Here's what we're looking for: Proven commercial finance experience in a large, complex organisation Strong finance partnering background, including decision support and investment appraisal Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Solid grasp of financial reporting processes and how they support performance and planning Working knowledge of SAP and Power BI is advantageous Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and support strategic delivery Critical thinker, confident in constructively challenging decision-making and assumptions Commercially astute, with a track record in analysis and evaluation to support business goals Strong communicator, able to distil complex information and influence a range of audiences Delivery-focused, capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure and mobilising resources across finance and the business Controls-oriented mindset, with experience in identifying and managing operational risks and familiarity with audit and risk processes Why should you apply? We're not a perfect place, we're a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That's why we've designed our total rewards to give you the flexiblity to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we're a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
Centrica
Join us, be part of more. We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is . We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your role: We're looking for a strategically minded finance professional to join our high-profile Group FP&A team - part of the wider Group Finance function. This team sits at the centre of the organisation, delivering deep insights into business performance that drive smarter, faster decision-making across the Group. Our vision is to be a centre of excellence: a high-performing, engaged team of skilled professionals who are trusted partners to stakeholders and an aspirational place to work. We achieve this through streamlined, value-driven processes that harness accurate data and deliver actionable insights, while championing best practice across our business unit FP&A teams. We're seeking individuals with strong experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and finance partnering, who bring a curious mindset, a passion for performance, and the ability to turn data into meaningful insight. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy influencing strategic outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Location: The successful person would be required to commute to our head office in Windsor (SL4 5GD) circa 3 times per week. Responsibilities of the role: Take ownership of and drive continuous improvement across core Group FP&A processes (such as monthly results, investment reporting, planning, forecasting, strategic planning, Interims, Prelims etc), collaborating effectively with stakeholders to meet tight deadlines Review and report on business performance regularly, comparing against prior year, Group Annual Plan and latest view, partnering with the business to analyse financial and operational (value driver) variances Monitor and report on Group Risks & Opportunities, clearly articulating key drivers and actionable insights Prepare clear, concise and impactful performance reporting for key stakeholders, including the Centrica Board and Centrica Leadership Team Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across Business Units and Finance to enable a thorough understanding of business performance, drivers and processes Support the wider Business Unit FP&A finance teams in driving operational excellence and best practice. Act as a champion for technology and automation, enabling improved efficiency and enhanced insight Carry out bespoke analysis to support business decision-making and strategic initiatives Here's what we're looking for: Proven experience in finance partnering and FP&A within a large, complex organisation Accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to proactively build positive, effective working relationships and influence key stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes Highly organised with strong attention to detail, consistently delivering high-quality outputs Advanced critical thinking and analytical capabilities; able to distil complex financial analysis and synthesise data into clear, concise, driver-led insights Excellent communication and presentation skills; confident in preparing and delivering presentations that clearly articulate business performance to all levels, including Board and Executive Committee A continuous improvement mindset; actively seeks opportunities to challenge the status quo, drive change and unlock value Strong analytical proficiency, ideally with hands-on experience using Microsoft tools such as Power BI and Power Query, and working with large datasets to build financial models and extract insights Naturally curious and inquisitive, with a mindset geared towards understanding performance drivers and business dynamics Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to stay focused and meet tight deadlines Why should you apply? We're not a perfect place - but we're a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That's why we've designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we're a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
Join us, be part of more. We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is . We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your role: We're looking for a strategically minded finance professional to join our high-profile Group FP&A team - part of the wider Group Finance function. This team sits at the centre of the organisation, delivering deep insights into business performance that drive smarter, faster decision-making across the Group. Our vision is to be a centre of excellence: a high-performing, engaged team of skilled professionals who are trusted partners to stakeholders and an aspirational place to work. We achieve this through streamlined, value-driven processes that harness accurate data and deliver actionable insights, while championing best practice across our business unit FP&A teams. We're seeking individuals with strong experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and finance partnering, who bring a curious mindset, a passion for performance, and the ability to turn data into meaningful insight. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy influencing strategic outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Location: The successful person would be required to commute to our head office in Windsor (SL4 5GD) circa 3 times per week. Responsibilities of the role: Take ownership of and drive continuous improvement across core Group FP&A processes (such as monthly results, investment reporting, planning, forecasting, strategic planning, Interims, Prelims etc), collaborating effectively with stakeholders to meet tight deadlines Review and report on business performance regularly, comparing against prior year, Group Annual Plan and latest view, partnering with the business to analyse financial and operational (value driver) variances Monitor and report on Group Risks & Opportunities, clearly articulating key drivers and actionable insights Prepare clear, concise and impactful performance reporting for key stakeholders, including the Centrica Board and Centrica Leadership Team Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across Business Units and Finance to enable a thorough understanding of business performance, drivers and processes Support the wider Business Unit FP&A finance teams in driving operational excellence and best practice. Act as a champion for technology and automation, enabling improved efficiency and enhanced insight Carry out bespoke analysis to support business decision-making and strategic initiatives Here's what we're looking for: Proven experience in finance partnering and FP&A within a large, complex organisation Accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to proactively build positive, effective working relationships and influence key stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes Highly organised with strong attention to detail, consistently delivering high-quality outputs Advanced critical thinking and analytical capabilities; able to distil complex financial analysis and synthesise data into clear, concise, driver-led insights Excellent communication and presentation skills; confident in preparing and delivering presentations that clearly articulate business performance to all levels, including Board and Executive Committee A continuous improvement mindset; actively seeks opportunities to challenge the status quo, drive change and unlock value Strong analytical proficiency, ideally with hands-on experience using Microsoft tools such as Power BI and Power Query, and working with large datasets to build financial models and extract insights Naturally curious and inquisitive, with a mindset geared towards understanding performance drivers and business dynamics Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to stay focused and meet tight deadlines Why should you apply? We're not a perfect place - but we're a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That's why we've designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we're a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.
