Senior Business Partner Finance, P&O, Legal – FP&A

Sr Finance Business Partner Finance P&O Legal FP&A

About MVH Europe

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) Europe is a family of leading veterinary care providers committed to creating a better world for pets. Our network includes trusted brands such as AniCura and Linnaeus operating over 500 animal hospitals and clinics across 17 European countries. Together our teams deliver high-quality modern veterinary care for companion animals ensuring peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety.

AniCura our largest brand in Europe provides care to over three million patients each year through 12500 dedicated professionals. Linnaeus operating primarily in the UK and Ireland is home to over 6000 Associates empowered to deliver exceptional care through a culture of collaboration clinical excellence and continuous development.

At MVH Europe we prioritize a culture of accountability inclusion and wellbeing. We believe our purpose to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with building a better world for our people. Strong financial governance and insightful decision-making are critical enablers of this ambition.

Role Overview

The Sr Finance Business Partner Finance P&O Legal FP&A provides strategic financial leadership for MVH Europes group-level functional areas. Acting as a trusted thought partner to senior leaders this role drives financial planning performance management and cost governance to support strategic execution across the organization.

With a strong understanding of complex cost structures and functional dynamics the role translates financial data into actionable insights that enable informed decision-making. By connecting budgets forecasts actuals and KPIs the Sr Finance Business Partner enhances transparency accountability and alignment with MVH Europes strategic priorities.

As a key interface between Finance and the business this role supports strategic initiatives and business cases ensuring that financial impact risks and trade-offs are clearly understood. Through robust scorecarding and performance dialogue the role strengthens financial governance and enables leaders to steer their functions with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning Budgeting & Cost Control

Lead budgeting forecasting and cost control processes for group-level functional costs (Finance P&O Legal).

Ensure financial plans are aligned with strategic priorities transformation initiatives and operational realities.

Drive financial discipline and forward-looking planning across complex cost centers.

Strategic Business Partnering

Act as a trusted financial advisor to functional leadership on performance priorities and strategic execution.

Partner closely with senior stakeholders to translate strategy into financially sound plans and decisions.

Influence and challenge constructively to improve outcomes in a matrixed international environment.

Actuals Analysis & Performance Reporting

Analyze monthly financial performance (P&L Opex headcount KPIs).

Identify deviations versus plan and forecast explain key drivers and highlight implications.

Provide clear insight-driven reporting that supports timely and effective decision-making.

Strategic Initiatives & Business Case Support

Provide financial leadership for strategic initiatives investments and business cases.

Assess financial viability risks and returns strengthening the quality of strategic decisions.

Financial Governance & Scorecarding

Drive financial governance through consistent scorecarding and KPI frameworks.

Enhance transparency accountability and performance dialogue across functional areas.

Summary of the Role

Job Title: Sr Finance Business Partner Finance P&O Legal FP&A

Department: Finance (FP&A)

Location: Amsterdam

Contract: Full-time

Languages: Fluency in English (additional European languages are a plus)

Education & Professional Qualifications

Minimum: University degree in Finance Accounting or Business.

Preferred: Recognized professional qualification (CIMA ACCA CPA).

Knowledge / Experience

810 years of experience in Finance Controlling or FP&A roles

Experience in FP&A or finance business partnering within complex multi-country organizations.

Strong expertise in budgeting forecasting cost control and performance management.

Proven ability to operate in complex functional cost environments.

Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior level.

Ability to translate financial insights into clear business implications and decisions.

Our Offer

Join a purpose driven company where were striving to shape the future of veterinary care together.

An industry competitive salary and benefits package.

A stimulating work environment with good opportunities for personal development.

Freedom to take responsibility and the opportunity to influence.

Flexible working hours hybrid working international digital work environment.

Learning and development opportunities.

The opportunity to cuddle our beloved 4-legged friends in our offices.

We are always open for a conversation to discuss your individual needs.

Interested

Please contact Esther van Berkel Group Corporate Recruitment Partner who is happy to tell you more about this opportunity and the recruitment process. Or apply by submitting your resume through clicking the apply button below.

MVHE is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

Internal Candidates/Associates: If you are interested in this position please reach out to the Corporate Recruiter to understand the internal recruitment process.