Area Finance Business Partner – Finance Copenhagen

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 standardized reporting and insightful decision-making are critical enablers of this ambition across our Operating Uni

Role Overview

The Area Finance Business Partner acts as a key business partner to the Area Operations Director and the OU Leadership Team and as a strategic co-pilot to the OU Finance Director. The role supports the Area within the Operating Unit driving financial performance transparency and informed decision-making.

With a strong focus on simplification and standardization the Area Finance Business Partner strengthens financial management reporting performance tracking (KPIs business cases budgeting and forecasting) and best practice sharing across countries. By translating financial data into clear insights the role supports operational excellence planning cycles and strategic initiatives within MVH Europe.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning Budgeting & Forecasting

Lead and support the annual financial planning cycle for the Area.
Support budgeting forecasting and performance tracking across multiple countries.
Ensure financial plans align with operational priorities and strategic objectives.

Strategic Business Partnering

Act as a trusted finance business partner to the OU Leadership Team and Area Operations Director.
Co-pilot the OU Finance Director by providing insight challenge and financial perspective.
Support OU business cases and strategic initiatives with robust financial analysis.

Performance Reporting & Insights

Prepare and deliver management reporting packages covering financial performance and KPIs.
Translate financial data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
Drive consistency transparency and clarity in reporting across countries.

Standardization Process Improvement & Automation

Drive simplification and standardization of financial management reporting across the OU.
Gather insights and share best practices between countries.
Focus on continuous process improvement and optimization of reporting and accounting standards.
Collaborate closely with the Financial Accounting Team to drive automation accuracy and efficiency in financial processes and periodic reporting.

Ad-hoc Analysis & Stakeholder Support

Support and drive ad-hoc analyses and queries from MVH Europe and the OU Leadership Team.
Act as a bridge between central finance and local operations.

Summary of the Role

Job Title: Area Finance Business Partner
Department: Finance
Scope: Operating Unit / Multi-country
Location: Copenhagen
Contract: Full-time
Languages: Fluency in Danish and English (additional European languages are a plus)

Education & Professional Qualifications

University degree in Finance Economics or Business Administration.

Knowledge / Experience

Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in finance business control or finance business partnering.
Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting principles.
Proven experience translating financial data into clear actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
Experience working in complex multi-country or matrix organizations.
Ability to build optimize and work with Business Intelligence solutions.
Comfortable working with ERP systems data warehouses dashboards and BI tools.

Key Leadership Competencies

Plans and aligns
Ensures accountability
Communicates effectively
Collaborates across teams and geographies
Delivers consistent results
Navigates complex challenges

Our Offer

Join a purpose-driven company shaping the future of veterinary care across Europe.
An industry-competitive salary and benefits package.
A stimulating international work environment with opportunities for personal development.
Freedom to take responsibility and influence decision-making.
Flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements.
Learning and development opportunities within Mars and MVH Europe.
The opportunity to cuddle our beloved 4-legged friends in our offices.
We are always open to a conversation to discuss your individual needs.

Interested

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

MVH Europe 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.