Finance Business Partner Permanent

Finance Business Partner

Part Qualified Role
£45,000 – £50,000 + 10% Bonus + Study Support

Hybrid (3 Days in London)

London based role

Permanent, full-time role

Cedar is recruiting on behalf of a leading events and hospitality business for a commercially focused Finance Business Partner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth company delivering large-scale events across the UK, including some of the biggest names in music, sport, and entertainment.

Candidates must have proven experience working in a commercial finance or business partnering role.

The role
As Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with senior stakeholders and project managers to take financial ownership of a number of high-profile events. From building budgets and analysing P&Ls to influencing decision-making and improving processes, you will play a critical role in ensuring commercial success across the portfolio.

Duties

• Ownership of event P&Ls including detailed analysis of revenue, gross margins, and staffing costs
• Building and maintaining event budgets and rolling forecasts
• Delivering actionable insights through variance analysis and financial modelling
• Partnering with operations and project teams to track and manage spend
• Ensuring purchase orders are raised and committed costs are properly tracked
• Preparing month-end accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting audit processes
• Producing financial reports and identifying key trends to support business decisions
• Supporting the maintenance and improvement of bespoke budgeting systems

Essential Requirements

• Experience in a similar Finance Business Partner, Project Accountant, or Commercial Analyst role
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and project accounting
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, SUMIFS, pivot tables, etc.)
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Confidence to challenge stakeholders and present financial data clearly
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Desirable Experience

• Hospitality, events, or live entertainment sector experience is highly advantageous
• Experience with Paprika or similar project accounting systems
• Part-qualified (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) with ongoing studies supported

Please note that travel to events and venues across the UK may be required on an ad hoc basis.

If you have a solid commercial finance background, a passion for delivering insight, and want to make an impact in a dynamic events business, please click apply!

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!