AVP - IT Finance
CV-LibraryCity of London, LondontemporaryPosted: 20 March 2026
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You'll be joining a large, internationally operating financial services organisation with a strong presence across EMEA. The business is known for its collaborative culture, robust governance framework, and continued investment in technology and transformation. The organisation promotes flexible working and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Your new role
As an IT Finance Business Partner (AVP level), you will act as the primary finance contact for senior IT stakeholders across the EMEA region. This is a commercially focused finance role combining management reporting, business partnering, and strategic financial support across technology functions.Key responsibilities will include:
Acting as the main finance partner to EMEA IT stakeholders
Owning the month‑end process in collaboration with cross‑functional teams
Monitoring and reporting on IT financial performance across Capex and Revex, highlighting risks and opportunities
Providing financial analysis and insight to support decision‑making and cost optimisation
Producing detailed cost analytics and variance analysis against budget and forecast
Managing cost‑sharing agreements and service level arrangements with global entities
Reviewing business cases for IT programmes and strategic initiatives, including financial modelling support
Leading annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting for assigned IT areas
Supporting wider finance budget deliverables
Leading monthly financial review meetings with IT leadership and PMO teams
Delivering ad‑hoc financial reporting for senior management
Managing the monthly capitalisation process
Overseeing task management for offshore finance support teams
Continuously identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and controlsThe role operates within a regulated environment and may involve working across multiple legal entities, requiring strong governance awareness and stakeholder management.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting, or a related discipline
Around 4+ years' post‑qualification experience in IT Finance, Finance Business Partnering, or Management Reporting
A professional accounting qualification (preferred but not essential)
Strong experience partnering with non‑finance stakeholders, particularly within IT or change environments
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and explain complex financial information
Advanced Excel skills and strong PowerPoint capability
Confident communication and presentation skills
A proactive, self‑motivated approach and strong team ethic
A good understanding of IT cost structures and, ideally, the IT project delivery lifecycleWhat you'll get in return
n return, you'll receive:
A competitive salary and benefits package
Exposure to senior IT and finance stakeholders within a large, complex organisation
The opportunity to work in a highly visible, value‑adding finance business partnering role
Flexible working options, including homeworking and the ability to discuss reduced or adjusted hours
A supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on work‑life balance
Opportunities for professional development within a global financial services settingWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
You'll be joining a large, internationally operating financial services organisation with a strong presence across EMEA. The business is known for its collaborative culture, robust governance framework, and continued investment in technology and transformation. The organisation promotes flexible working and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Your new role
As an IT Finance Business Partner (AVP level), you will act as the primary finance contact for senior IT stakeholders across the EMEA region. This is a commercially focused finance role combining management reporting, business partnering, and strategic financial support across technology functions.Key responsibilities will include:
Acting as the main finance partner to EMEA IT stakeholders
Owning the month‑end process in collaboration with cross‑functional teams
Monitoring and reporting on IT financial performance across Capex and Revex, highlighting risks and opportunities
Providing financial analysis and insight to support decision‑making and cost optimisation
Producing detailed cost analytics and variance analysis against budget and forecast
Managing cost‑sharing agreements and service level arrangements with global entities
Reviewing business cases for IT programmes and strategic initiatives, including financial modelling support
Leading annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting for assigned IT areas
Supporting wider finance budget deliverables
Leading monthly financial review meetings with IT leadership and PMO teams
Delivering ad‑hoc financial reporting for senior management
Managing the monthly capitalisation process
Overseeing task management for offshore finance support teams
Continuously identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and controlsThe role operates within a regulated environment and may involve working across multiple legal entities, requiring strong governance awareness and stakeholder management.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:
A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting, or a related discipline
Around 4+ years' post‑qualification experience in IT Finance, Finance Business Partnering, or Management Reporting
A professional accounting qualification (preferred but not essential)
Strong experience partnering with non‑finance stakeholders, particularly within IT or change environments
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and explain complex financial information
Advanced Excel skills and strong PowerPoint capability
Confident communication and presentation skills
A proactive, self‑motivated approach and strong team ethic
A good understanding of IT cost structures and, ideally, the IT project delivery lifecycleWhat you'll get in return
n return, you'll receive:
A competitive salary and benefits package
Exposure to senior IT and finance stakeholders within a large, complex organisation
The opportunity to work in a highly visible, value‑adding finance business partnering role
Flexible working options, including homeworking and the ability to discuss reduced or adjusted hours
A supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on work‑life balance
Opportunities for professional development within a global financial services settingWhat you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)