Finance Business Partner - People Costs

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Business Partner to manage payroll and headcount-related cost reporting, position management, cost center/financial dimension changes, and budget vs actuals analysis. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for updating and maintaining files for monthly check-in meetings with CxOs and budget owners, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of financial data.

This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that all financial information related to payroll, headcount, and cost allocation is accurate and up-to-date, contributing to the organization's financial planning and decision-making processes. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience of working in a corporate finance or FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) role, minimum 3 years 
• Proves good understanding of accounting  principles, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Has strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Proves excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Has strong project management skills with an eye for detail 
• Pays high attention to detail and has the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Is fluent in English with exceptional writing capabilities
• Is a team player with the ability to build close relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders 
• Is proficienct in Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization

What you'll be doing:

• Prepare and analyze monthly payroll reports, tracking headcount costs, variances, and trends.
• Maintain and update headcount data, ensuring alignment with the organization’s financial records.
  Budget vs. Actuals Reporting:
• Perform regular analysis of budget vs actuals for payroll and headcount-related costs, highlighting variances and providing recommendations for corrective actions. 
  Prepare and present detailed reports on budget performance for executive teams and department heads.
  Position Management:
• Monitor and manage position changes, including new hires and transfers.
• Ensure all financial dimensions changes are accurately reflected in the HR and Financials systems.
• Coordinate with HR, budget owners, and finance teams to ensure seamless alignment of personnel changes with financial reporting.
  Cost Allocation and Financial Dimensions:
• Allocate costs to appropriate cost centers and financial dimensions in alignment with the organization’s accounting policies.
• Track and report on the impact of position changes, department restructuring, or other factors on financial allocations.
  CxO and Budget Owner Reporting:
• Update and maintain monthly budget files for CxOs and budget owners, ensuring they have accurate, up-to-date financial data for their check-in meetings.
• Provide commentary and insights into any variances or changes in budget execution.
• Assist CxOs and budget owners with understanding their financials, offering support in decision-making processes.
• Assist in preparing reports for year-end audits or other financial reviews.
  Process Improvement:
• Continuously seek ways to improve payroll, headcount, and cost reporting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement automation and best practices where applicable to reduce manual effort and increase data integrity.
• Assist with ad- hoc, financial analysis and reporting as needed by management, including scenario analysis and forecasting