Finance Business Partner Analyst - ESN (Fixed Term Contract)

Job Description

Location – Bristol or London

***Fixed term role till 31st March 2027***

Why this job matters

As an ESN Finance Analyst, the role holder will support the delivery of ESN business unit financial plans by owning and driving the billing and revenue recognition.

This role plays a key part in the progress of business unit growth through supporting the finance business partners in the provision of analytical and financial support for the ESN Programme.

The role has some external/customer visibility and therefore an important skill is in keeping ESN business and Customer needs connected. Clear communication and timely resolution of billing queries are critical to maintaining a consistent, well‑coordinated programme.

ESN finance look after the end-to-end financials of this high-profile contract; ESN is a critical national infrastructure project and sits on the list of highest priority contracts for BT.

You will be required to undergo National Security Vetting to BPSS level.

What you’ll be doing

• Produce monthly financial deliverables in line with agreed timetable, with focus on invoicing. Support the preparation of management accounts reporting to various stakeholders.
• Contributes to establishing relationships with stakeholders (including Networks, Business and HO) and supports the provision of finance business partnering to various sub programmes of ESN.
• Supports delivery of financial planning processes for the programme, providing input and insight to inform business partnering activities, and enabling effective business strategy development, decision making and performance management.
• Generating insights from analysis of cost and volumes data, to evaluate strategic impacts on the business.
• Supporting Opex, Capex, Balance sheet, Cash deliverables including ensuring financial standards and audit compliance.
• Understand, clarify, improve, reduce, and otherwise remove, internal trading including recharges.
• Ad hoc support to Finance Business Partnering team, driving improvement initiatives.

What we would like to see on your CV

• Hold a part or fully qualified accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience working with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Be highly analytical and a proficient MS Excel user (VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables as a minimum)
• Have proven problem solving skills and experience working within a changing environment

• Experience working in a contract accounting /Telco environment would be highly preferred

The skills you’ll need

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Controls, Compliance & RiskBusiness Partnering & ConsultingForecasting, Planning & BudgetingFinancial & Data Analysis & Insight

Benefits

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

• 10% on target annual bonus
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• X4 Salary Life Assurance
• Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working
This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.

We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.

As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

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