Southampton (hybrid)A leading international consultancy is seeking a skilled FinanceBusiness Partner to strengthen its UK finance function. This newly created opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys shaping financial insight, partnering with senior leaders, and driving value across a diverse project-based business.The roleYou''ll join a collaborative finance team spanning the UK and Northern Europe, supporting a large Buildings division with responsibility for financial planning, analysis, reporting, and business partnering. The position offers significant exposure to senior management and the chance to influence performance across a high-profile portfolio.Key focus areas include:Business controlling and advisory - presenting results, highlighting risks/opportunities, supporting decision-making, and driving value creation.Working capital management - WIP analysis, contingency management, and proactive follow-up.Reporting and analysis - income statement ownership, root-cause analysis, project profitability, and ad-hoc reporting including audit support.Planning and forecasting - leading budgeting cycles and ensuring accuracy and alignment with business leaders.Continuous improvement - identifying and implementing process enhancements.About youStrong academic background; ideally ACA/CIMA qualified or Qualified by Experience.Proven business partnering experience with a solid understanding of project accounting or experience working in a projects based businessAdvanced ..... full job details .....