Lead Business Partner, IT - Finance Business Partnering
About usNational Grid is hiring a Lead, IT - Finance Business Partner for our Finance department in Waltham, MA.
Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses.
We are there when people need us the most.
We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.
The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.
To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow.
This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.
Job PurposeAct as finance business partner to Infrastructure, Operations and Commercial business/function within IT, to:
support and challenge the strategic and financial priorities, and to support the decisions that deliver financial performance.
Key AccountabilitiesEngage with stakeholders across internally and externally to understand best practice and to influence decision makers.
Analyze and monitor forecasted revenue inputs against financial targets; proactively identifying both risks and opportunitiesStrategic partner to senior IT functional ownersIdentify, create and drive process improvements & scale across business stakeholders, FP&A, Treasury, Regulatory and Corp AccountingActively contribute to each business area to help drive commercial and non-financial performance related decisions.
Support the management of financial risks and the implementation and maintenance of controls.
Have a clear understanding of application of GAAP revenue recognition rules in P&L forecastsSupport the implementation of continuous improvement and performance excellence activities, consistently achieving strong results.
Present the monthly results in a style suitable for both a finance and non-finance audience, delivering insight and highlighting priority areas for focus, ensuring efficiencies are optimized for the longer term.
Partner with IT leadership in the development of business cases, RFP's and other strategic initiatives.
QualificationsThe ability to influence and impact the decisions and financial performance of senior stakeholders and their teams throughout the relevant business area.
Strong communication skillsSound commercial skillsProven ability to adapt style of financial information presentation to suit a range of stakeholders, both financial and non-financial Extensive experience in Financial analysis and investment appraisal, with track record of successful delivery.
Excellent communication skills for financial informationDemonstrated Business Partner experience to act as a trusted advisor using strategic insight to deliver tangible performance improvementsProactively maintaining continued professional development under relevant accountancy body or other recognised professional development Strong understanding of how value is generated within a regulated business environmentUnderstanding of US GAAP and IFRS Accounting principles and strong financial controls skills strongly preferredTechnology and operational experience with a focus on profitability, balance sheet management and the efficient use of capital More InformationNational Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise.
We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.
National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer.
We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
Salary:
$13.
44 - $21.
50.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses.
We are there when people need us the most.
We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.
The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.
To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow.
This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.
Job PurposeAct as finance business partner to Infrastructure, Operations and Commercial business/function within IT, to:
support and challenge the strategic and financial priorities, and to support the decisions that deliver financial performance.
Key AccountabilitiesEngage with stakeholders across internally and externally to understand best practice and to influence decision makers.
Analyze and monitor forecasted revenue inputs against financial targets; proactively identifying both risks and opportunitiesStrategic partner to senior IT functional ownersIdentify, create and drive process improvements & scale across business stakeholders, FP&A, Treasury, Regulatory and Corp AccountingActively contribute to each business area to help drive commercial and non-financial performance related decisions.
Support the management of financial risks and the implementation and maintenance of controls.
Have a clear understanding of application of GAAP revenue recognition rules in P&L forecastsSupport the implementation of continuous improvement and performance excellence activities, consistently achieving strong results.
Present the monthly results in a style suitable for both a finance and non-finance audience, delivering insight and highlighting priority areas for focus, ensuring efficiencies are optimized for the longer term.
Partner with IT leadership in the development of business cases, RFP's and other strategic initiatives.
QualificationsThe ability to influence and impact the decisions and financial performance of senior stakeholders and their teams throughout the relevant business area.
Strong communication skillsSound commercial skillsProven ability to adapt style of financial information presentation to suit a range of stakeholders, both financial and non-financial Extensive experience in Financial analysis and investment appraisal, with track record of successful delivery.
Excellent communication skills for financial informationDemonstrated Business Partner experience to act as a trusted advisor using strategic insight to deliver tangible performance improvementsProactively maintaining continued professional development under relevant accountancy body or other recognised professional development Strong understanding of how value is generated within a regulated business environmentUnderstanding of US GAAP and IFRS Accounting principles and strong financial controls skills strongly preferredTechnology and operational experience with a focus on profitability, balance sheet management and the efficient use of capital More InformationNational Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise.
We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.
National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer.
We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
Salary:
$13.
44 - $21.
50.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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