Senior Finance Business Partner - Service Delivery

About the DCC:

At the Data Communications Company, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. We've built the secure infrastructure that's supporting the mass roll–out of smart meters across the country. Our universal, secure network will be in 30 million homes and small businesses, making it the largest network in Britain. So it's a truly exciting time to join us. You'll be part of a team that's supporting the country's transition to a low–carbon economy, and helping to ensure an affordable, secure, and sustainable energy supply for the future.

Operating independently of its parent company, Capita plc*, the DCC is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We're directed by the Department for Business and regulated by OFGEM. We collaborate with the Government and leading telco and utility industry service providers to help protect consumers and give them better energy choices. A finalist in the Top Workplace Awards in 2018, we reward professionals who thrive in an environment of change and innovation. Watch this about DCC video and if it ignites your interest, apply below.

The Role:

An exceptional opportunity to join this wholly–owned subsidiary of a FTSE 250 company in a permanent high–profile and key strategic position. As a Finance Business Partner, we are seeking an individual who is ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with demonstrable experience engaging and influencing at executive level.

The role will be partnering COO and senior leaders in the business on both functional and programme lines – ensuring they are receiving financial support in all of their business decisions and future financial outlook. This is a forward thinking, fast paced business area operating within a flexible working environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Finance Business Partner to CDO, Service Delivery Functional Heads and/or Programme Directors
• Financial assessment of business activities and projects specific to programmes/functions, including any necessary modelling
• Support and input towards the publication of Charging Statements, Indicative Charging Statements and indicative budgets.
• Work with senior management team in preparation and review of business cases, providing detailed feedback on submission, continuously work towards improving the process
• Provide appropriate level of challenge to senior leaders on cost proposals
• Budgeting and quarterly forecasting of costs and timing of cash outflows
• Manage and report on key risks, issues and opportunities affecting projects and functions that the role supports
• Prepare and deliver accurate month–end/year–end management reporting for functions and projects which this role supports
• Building and operating financial models as appropriate (overseen by Data team)
• Identify and drive improvements/efficiencies in existing processes
• Other ad hoc assignments as necessary

What's in it for you?

Become part of our team at DCC and you'll find an inclusive culture which prizes mutual respect, innovation and high performance. It all adds up to make DCC a great place to work. Hard work deserves great benefits, and we offer our colleagues a range of reasons to enjoy their time at DCC:

• Bonus scheme
• Pension
• Private medical insurance.
• Car allowance
• Extensive personal development and training opportunities
• Hybrid working – Many of our people work 1 to 3 days in the office..
• Flexible holidays – increase your standard 25 days by purchasing extra days.
• Dental plan.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Headspace free membership – a popular mindfulness app.
• Season ticket travel loan
• Charity days
• Retail discounts.
• Discounted gym membership
• RAC discount
• Income protection scheme

Next Steps:

• Please contact should you have any questions you'd like to ask before applying; or
• Choose 'Apply now' to complete our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

Your application to Ref:DCC00778 Senior Finance Business Partner will be carefully considered, and you will hear from us regarding its progress.

Capita Opportunity Statement:

The parent company, Capita Plc*, are a leading UK provider of technology enabled business services. We're supporting and improving the lives of millions of people every day and we can only do this with the right people in place, working towards a shared goal. We encourage an open, honest working environment where everyone can be true to themselves and people are valued for their differences. We're always challenging each other to learn and improve, because we know when we work together, we can deliver better outcomes. We work across such a huge range of businesses and sectors, that you'll have the opportunity to grow and develop your career in any number of directions. You'll also become part of a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we'll provide the support you need to do deliver. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.