Job Description

Company Description/ Business Unit

Location:

Basingstoke hybrid 3 times per week in the office

Employment Type:

permanent/ full time

Salary:

up to 45,000 depending on experience

Benefits:

up to 10% annual performance related bonus

Hours:

Monday to Friday 36.25 hours per week



Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again!



As one of the UK's most trusted brands, we provide a wide range of services to millions of customers. From comprehensive Home and Motor Insurance to personalised Financial Services like Loans and Savings, and outstanding B2B, Consumer, Business Services, Driver Training, Car Care, and Service Maintenance and Repair, we've got you covered. Our mission is to keep Britain moving, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. Ready to join us?



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This is the job

The successful candidate will be joining AA's Insurance Finance team, which partners with and supports the AA's Insurer businesses.



This role reports directly to the Senior Finance Business Partner and involves working closely with the Insurer management teams to ensure budgets and forecasts are accurate and delivered on time. The role also includes managing costs to ensure budgets are controlled and spent effectively, as well as supporting the preparation of monthly management reports used in business performance reviews.



There will also be a requirement to travel to our Tunbridge Wells office every second month.

What will I be doing?

Assisting the Senior Finance Business Partner in providing financial support to key departments within the Insurer businesses Providing strong analysis and insight through effective partnering with the Insurer management team to ensure financial performance is understood, gaps are identified, results are challenged, and value-adding analysis is delivered where needed Leading the development of a financial and operational reporting suite, ensuring robust management information to support sound decision-making Developing the business model to capture trends, draw insights, and enable accurate forecasting Delivering enhanced analysis and understanding of monthly performance through variance analysis against forecast, budget, and trends across revenue, costs, and the balance sheet Attending weekly steering meetings with department heads to help identify financial risks and opportunities Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with the Senior Finance Business Partner and operational leaders Assisting with capex submissions, cost-benefit calculations, and benefits tracking to ensure alignment and timely submission through project gates and committees Supporting the Senior Finance Business Partner on various ad hoc projects

What do I need?

Strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently




Desirable


Experience with Microsoft Power Query and Power BI Knowledge of the insurance or financial services industry Graduate-level education Suitable for an ambitious individual looking to begin studying towards CIMA or an equivalent accounting qualification

Personal Characteristics


Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to prioritise, manage, and deliver under tight or conflicting deadlines Naturally curious, with a desire to understand and challenge Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Additional Information

We're always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you'll have access to a range of benefits including:


25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more Company funded life assurance Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

Plus, so much more!



We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.



As part of the onboarding process, we complete several pre-employment checks including work reference, credit and criminal record checks.



We may close the vacancy sooner than the advertised date if we get a high volume of applications, please apply as soon as possible if you're interested.