Job Description

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!Brief DescriptionKent Route is looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team to look after the OPEX budget for Orpington Delivery Unit. This role works with the supported business leadership team, under the direction of the Financial Controller/Senior Finance Business Partner, to deliver professional finance and accounting advise.Provides proactive, value add finance support to the business leaders across the function/route.This is an Opportunity for 6 months based in Orpington Delivery UnitAbout the role (External)1. Lead and provide financial advice and guidance to senior budget holders in understanding the impact of the period results and forecasts against budges so they can understand their business better.2. Be the expert in the function on accounting practices and advise on financial results and forecasts for budget holders, including preparing period accruals, transfers and adjustments to validate accounts are reflective, relevant.3. Manage corporate governance throughout the cost centres they manage, conducting deep dives and reviewing compliance with financial regulations to protect the business from legal or negative consequences.4. Deliver expert and accurate business review information and reporting, and highlight any significant issues with financial and other business results to enable informed decision making by the business area.5. Engage and influence senior members of the team to help them understand their financial position and use professional expertise to guide in initiatives to improve business performance6. Build bottom up, detailed plans to manage and develop the production of business plans and budgets to enable good corporate governance and value add analysis for senior leaders7. Identify and proactively manage commercial risks, including the financial suitability of new customers or suppliers reducing the potential risk impact on the business area and influencing decision makers.8. Manage the performance of central accounting functions to deliver for the cost centre area to enable an efficiently and effective accounting service.9. Collate, investigate and make recommendation for investment appraisals and business case analysis to aid business decisions.Model and analyse cost base and identify and drive opportunities and efficiencies to achieve area targets.Job Skills, Experience and QualificationsEssentialxc2xb7 Demonstrate strong understanding of business needs and relevant application of accounting standardsxc2xb7 Membership (Or working towards a membership) of a relevant accounting body (CIMA/ACCA)xc2xb7 Expert knowledge and experience of creating and maintaining accounts and annual budgetxc2xb7 Significant experience within relevant finance disciplinesxc2xb7 Strong excel skills and use of data manipulationxc2xb7 Strong interpersonal and communication skillsxc2xb7 Ability to interpret technical accounting regulations into everyday languagexc2xb7 Demonstrable effective influencing skills at a senior levelxc2xb7 Significant understanding of financial control and riskxc2xb7 Excellent technical finance and accounting knowledgeDesirablexc2xb7 Understanding of project management principles and experience of managing complex projectsxc2xb7 Membership of a relevant accounting bodyxc2xb7 Extensive experience of Oracle based systemsxc2xb7 Degree or equivalent qualification in finance and accounting or business management or experienceHow to apply (External)Salary: 343,588 - 350,018This is an opportunity for 6 monthsWe offer excellent benefits, including:xf0x9fx8cx9e Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.xe2x9cxa8 Defined benefit pension scheme.xf0x9fx9ax82 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.xf0x9fx9ax82 Up to 75% off leisure travel.xf0x9fx8ex9fxefxb8x8f Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.xf0x9fx8ex81 Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.xf0x9fx8cx8d Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.xf0x9fx95x8axefxb8x8f Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.xe2x9dxa4 Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.xf0x9fxa7xb8 We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life momentsPlus, morexe2x80xa6.We are committed to a diverse workplace enriched with representation from diverse cultures, backgrounds and skills. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where difference is embraced, and individuals can thrive. We recognise that the success of the team is dependent on a multi-cultural, multi-disciplined group of individuals, aligned to deliver successful solutions.At Network Rail, we have a number of employee networks to reflect our diverse population and help to raise issues to the wider workforce and support their membership and support our Everybody Matters strategy, led by our central Diversity & Inclusion team. We have Diversity & Inclusion Champions who take part and lead on many activities, to drive through more initiatives to support an inclusive environment for all its people and promote a professional and positive working environment. For more information on Diversity & Inclusion at Network Rail,Do you consider yourself to have a protected characteristic? If so and you require any additional support with your application, please do not hesitate to contact the Resourcer who will happily assist.Drugs and Alcohol Standard:Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard is changing as of 16.01.2023. All propective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role by 16.01.2023 will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.Network Rail adheres to pre-employment Baseline Personal Security Standard (BPSS), this is government standard for pre -employment vetting. BPSS government standard pre-employment vetting requires Network Rail to screen a potential employee's unspent criminal convictions and undertake 3 year career checks. Employment at Network Rail is subject to employees meeting the BPSS government standard pre-employment vetting.Closing date: 29th May 2025 late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.

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