Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner - Technology & Change Cost
Markerstudy Insurance Group

Location: Manchester - Hybrid, 1 day per week on-site
Contract Type: Permanent

About Markerstudy Insurance Group
At Markerstudy, we re passionate about innovation and delivering exceptional results. As one of the UK s leading insurance providers, we are committed to driving change and improving business performance across all areas. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Technology & Change Cost Finance Business Partner to join our Technology & Change team.

The Role
This pivotal role will provide best-in-class cost analysis, reporting and planning, with a focus on Technology & Change costs and benefits. You ll deliver timely, accurate and insightful information to key stakeholders and Directors, helping shape strategic decisions and drive EBITDA improvements. Acting as a trusted business partner, you ll work closely with the controllership team to ensure a robust and auditable month/year-end process, as well as support the wider business in identifying performance opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, planning, and monthly forecasting for Technology & Change costs, including FTE, staff, non-staff and project costs.

• Produce high-quality month-end and forecast reporting with clear, concise commentary.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders and Directors across MSG Distribution.

• Identify and investigate cost performance issues, preparing insightful ad hoc analysis.

• Partner with the Controllership team on month-end results, journals, accruals, capex and exceptional cost reviews.

• Work with Technology & Change management to identify EBITDA improvements, support business cases, and track delivery.

• Provide outstanding customer service and relevant analysis to underpin decision-making.

• Build strong relationships across the business, driving accountability and identifying opportunities for added value.

• Deliver accurate financial performance reporting to the Board, ExCo, Group, and internal customers.

About You
We re looking for a motivated, qualified accountant who thrives on delivering high-quality insights and partnering with the business.

Essential skills and experience:

• ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified.

• Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills.

• Excellent analytical ability; able to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights.

• Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Confident business partner with the ability to engage effectively with non-finance stakeholders.

• High integrity and credibility with senior management.

• Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and excellent follow-up.

Desirable:

• Experience in business partnering or cost planning, ideally in a Technology & Change environment.

• Degree qualified.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package

• Excellent benefits

• A collaborative, supportive working environment

• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career growth

How to Apply
If you re ready to play a key role in shaping the future of Technology & Change at Markerstudy, we d love to hear from you.