Finance Business Partner - External Reporting

Barclays is seeking a motivated and experienced Finance Business Partner to join our External Reporting team. In this role, you will be a key member of the finance team, providing strategic financial guidance and support to our external reporting functions. As a Finance Business Partner, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, and be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting to both internal and external stakeholders. If you are a driven and analytical individual with a strong background in finance and accounting, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Barclays. Join us and be a part of our dynamic and collaborative team.

1. Provide strategic financial guidance and support: The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for providing strategic financial guidance and support to the external reporting functions at Barclays. This includes analyzing financial data, identifying trends and opportunities, and making recommendations to improve financial performance.
2. Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders: The role requires working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide financial insights and recommendations. This includes collaborating with different teams within the organization to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
3. Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting: The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting to both internal and external stakeholders. This includes preparing financial statements, analyzing financial data, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
4. Conduct financial analysis: The role requires conducting financial analysis to identify trends and variances, and provide insights to support decision-making. This includes analyzing financial data, preparing financial models, and making recommendations to improve financial performance.
5. Monitor and report on financial performance: The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the financial performance of the external reporting functions. This includes tracking key performance indicators, identifying areas of improvement, and making recommendations for cost-saving measures.
6. Ensure compliance: The role requires ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies. This includes staying updated with changes in accounting standards and ensuring that financial reporting is accurate and in line with the latest regulations.
7. Develop and maintain relationships: The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This includes building strong partnerships with senior leaders, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and representing the finance function in meetings and presentations.
8. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices: The role requires staying updated on industry trends and best practices in finance and accounting. This includes attending training and development programs, participating in conferences and workshops, and sharing knowledge and insights with the team.
9. Drive process improvements: The Finance Business Partner will be responsible

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Finance Business Partner - External Reporting in London, UK is £60,000 to £80,000 per year. This may vary depending on the specific company, industry, and level of experience of the individual.

Barclays plc is a British multinational investment bank and financial services company, headquartered in London. Apart from investment banking, Barclays is organised into four core businesses: personal banking, corporate banking, wealth management, and investment management.