VodafoneThree Finance Manager

Were creating something special. We are joining forces to create the biggest mobile network provider in the UK. Through our collective strengths and talents we will transform customers experience and create a best-in-class network for coverage connectivity and reliability delivering greater value and more choice for the nation than ever before.

There are very few moments in our careers where we can feel the ground shifting beneath us where we can sense that something bigger than weve known before is taking shape. Were not just building a company. Were going to build a culture a legacy and a future to be proud of. This will require remarkable leadership and together we can set the standard in the industry and beyond for both customer and employee experience in what it is a career-defining opportunity.

This role reports to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis and is responsible for the delivery and clear articulation of the financial performance of Vodafone Three through month end forecasts and budgeting. A key aspect of the role is to bridge financial data with operational performance to drive strategic decisions whilst ensuring financial discipline across all areas. This role will work cross functionally with finance and non-finance managers to build challenge and explain the business plan/performance with the identification of risk and opportunities whilst working alongside other managers in FP&A to build the narrative and connect the financial performance with the strategic goals of the business. Coaching and influencing a wide degree of individuals and stakeholders are required to ensure a clear understanding of the performance drivers and issues across the business. 

• Prepare executive-level reports dashboards and presentations focusing on data storytelling and actionable recommendations
• Partner with heads of and directors to critically assess and optimise business performance
• Act as a key partner for both shareholders to provide insight and to shape expectations externally of the business performance
• Support strategic initiatives with financial advice scenario planning and sensitivity analysis
• Consolidate initiatives risks and opportunities and performance drivers across the entire business in order to shape the narrative and provide timely and accurate reporting of financial performance.
• Combine financial and operational insights to further the business understanding of company performance including the development and socialisation of performance KPIs behind the financials
• Lead on the consolidation and shaping of the long range plan and the production of targets across the business.
• Identify risks and opportunities proactively and recommend actions to optimise performance.  Critically appraise risks and opps and work with customers to mitigate risk and maximise opportunities.
• Act as the champion for internal controls and IFRS standards ensuring SOX compliance is paramount to all financial operations
• Critically assess current processes and working practises and lead in creating efficiencies and driving improved insights and analysis
• Lead develop and coach a team of finance professionals
• Conduct market and economic analysis and utilise this insight to predict future performance and/or future opportunities

Qualifications :

• CIMA ACCA or ACA Qualified Accountant
• Strong financial acumen business partnering and commercial awareness
• Expertise in financial modelling forecasting and data analysis
• Have a growth mindset: continuously looking to learn and seek new possibilities whilst continuously driving improvements on a collective basis and individually
• Leading others: Engage align and empower teams to achieve goals and ambitions

Additional Information :

Worried that you dont meet all the desired criteria exactly

We know that everyone is unique with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align exactly with every part of the job description we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What we offer

We care about our peoples success by offering great pay bonuses up to 28 days off plus bank holidays and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family like discounts vouchers a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.
 

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey for example extended time or breaks in between online assessments a sign language interpreter or assistive technology please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( for guidance. 

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation improve efficiency and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really areyour personality creativity and abilities. Above all were looking for authenticity and cant wait to get to know the real you.

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their collaboration with our Talent Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey for example extended time or breaks in between online assessments a sign language interpreter or assistive technology please contact your recruiter directly or email for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation improve efficiency and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really areyour personality creativity and abilities. Above all were looking for authenticity and cant wait to get to know the real you.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time