Finance Business Partner, Blue Light Card

Salary not provided

+ Bonus scheme

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Senior and Expert level

London

Leicester

More information about location

1-2 days a week in office (Holborn, London and Cossington, Leicester)

Scaling tech business offering market leading benefits

Be an early applicant

Scaling tech business offering market leading benefits

201-500 employees

B2CRetailMarketingAdvertising

Be an early applicant

Salary not provided

+ Bonus scheme

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Senior and Expert level

London

Leicester

More information about location

1-2 days a week in office (Holborn, London and Cossington, Leicester)

201-500 employees

B2CRetailMarketingAdvertising

Company mission

To become to destination of choice for the Blue Light community, by providing access to unrivalled savings and unique member experiences via our mobile app and website.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Significant experience in FP&A, with a deep understanding of financial forecasting, reporting, budgeting and reforecasting
A recognised qualification or part-qualification in Accountancy (e.g. CIMA or ACCA)
Excellent data modelling and analytical skills, including familiarity with SQL, power query, power BI or similar tools
Advanced Excel skills, ideally with experience in automation, modelling and macros
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly and succinctly to non-finance colleagues
Proven experience nurturing business partner relationships with colleagues at a senior level
Experience working in a D2C, marketplace/ecommerce or tech company would be an advantage

What the job involves

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join our FP&A team, reporting directly into our Head of FP&A
You'll play a pivotal role in understanding and communicating the financial landscape of Blue Light Card, business partnering with Commercial, Growth, Marketing and Product
This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark and support our company's growth, driving in-depth analysis of our revenue streams and cost base to help us deliver more value to our members
Drive our budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with senior stakeholders to accurately forecast our future performance
Perform regular variance analysis to highlight the key drivers of our financial results, and recommended actions
Partner with our Commercial, Growth, Marketing and Product teams to provide them with the insights they need to optimise our member offering and drive more value for our members
Perform market evaluation and benchmarking to provide context around our member behaviour and financial performance
Contribute to our long-term forecast model, including scenario analysis to inform executive decision-making
Hybrid working and flexible hours
35 hour working week

Salary benchmarks

Our take

Many essential workers, like those in the NHS and emergency services, often face financial strain due to the demanding nature of their jobs. Their tireless efforts leave little time for personal pursuits, and their salaries might not always reflect the sacrifices they make.

To tackle this problem, Blue Light Card has established partnerships with nearly 15,000 retailers, offering a wide array of savings and benefits that are not typically accessible to the general public. Through its discount card, members gain access to discounts both online and in various high street establishments, including retailers, restaurants, and cinemas across the UK.

With millions of registered members and a growing network of partner retailers, Blue Light Card is well-positioned to enhance its offerings and continue advocating for the recognition and appreciation of the dedicated individuals who serve society's most critical needs.

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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Trustpilot (4.6)

Company

Company benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays
Buy and sell holiday scheme
Hybrid working
Additional day off for your birthday
Great social events e.g. Christmas party, family fun day, summer party
Modern office space (games area, book club, free drinks/snacks)
Free onsite parking
Company bonus scheme
Group pension plan
Life assurance (4 x salary)
Competitive salaries inclusive of the "Blue Light Card Living Wage"
Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay
Colleague referral scheme
Learning & development opportunities
Blue Light Card annual "Shining Star Awards"
Private medical insurance
Health cash plan
Colleague assistance programme
Mental health first aiders & awareness sessions
Onsite gym (free HIIT & stretch classes)
5-a-side football
Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts

Articles

Blue Light Card website 'crashes' as teachers realise they're eligible for discounts

Private Equity firm Inflexion and Blue Light Card

Leadership

Alidad Moghaddam

(CEO)

Alidad Moghaddam is a London-based tech CEO, VC & PE operating advisor, board member, and investor. His career spans start-ups, scale-ups, growth companies and large global enterprises.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Blue Light Card

Blue Light Card is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed and supported. We embrace uniqueness and understand that our diverse, values-driven culture makes us stronger. We’re proud to have an inclusive environment that will foster your development no matter your gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education level or race.

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