Finance Business Partner - Consulting

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
ZS's Corporate Support Functions operate the firm's core internal functions. Our global teams comprise team-oriented, pragmatic and results-driven people who thrive in a challenging work environment. Our people come from diverse backgrounds but share a passion for quality customer service and dedication-whether our customer is a client or another ZS employee.
ZS Finance Business Partnership Team Made up of ~35 team members in the US + EU, ZS' Finance Business Partnership (Commercial Finance) team provides strategic analysis, insight and commercial advice on client, practice, venture or region level strategy; partnering with ZS Business Leaders to drive sustainable and profitable growth. This individual will join the existing team and continue to build on progress within the space.
Finance Business Partner - Commercial Specialist
We seek an experienced finance professional to Join our London office. Successful candidates will be an instrumental part of the Finance Business Partnership (FBP) team, providing strategic analysis and insight to client teams and EMEA Region, which will influence actions that steer firm direction.
What you'll do:

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, delivering proactive recommendations to improve financial performance and decision-making
• Partner with senior leadership to shape commercial strategy, providing insights on pricing, deal structuring, and portfolio optimization
• Lead pricing and deal economics, including rate card design, discount structures, and margin optimization across engagements
• Support and influence client negotiations and procurement discussions, ensuring alignment with commercial and financial objectives
• Drive forecasting and forward-looking financial planning, providing actionable insights on revenue, margins, and pipeline conversion
• Collaborate with Deal Desk and leadership to review, challenge, and approve complex deals
• Provide financial analysis to support senior leaders of our regions, business units and corporate functions
• Conduct proactive analysis on our business and identify opportunities for commercial improvement and provide practical advice to help leadership address them
• Provide reporting on our financial status and outlook
• Drive continuous improvement in commercial finance processes, tools, and analytics, including leveraging data and AI where relevant
• Support team development and capability building, contributing to the growth of commercial finance expertise within the organization and engage effectively with colleagues at all levels within ZS

What you'll bring:

• ACCA / ACA / CIMA / MBA (Finance) with 5-5 years of post-degree career experience
• Experience in Commercial Finance, Business Partnering or FP&A
• Prior experience in management consulting required
• Proven ability to build and manage strong relationships with senior business stakeholders, while maintaining an objective and independent finance perspective
• Strong strategic and commercial acumen, with the ability to influence decision-making
• Ability to navigate and solve unstructured problems, applying critical thinking and sound judgment
• High level of intellectual curiosity and motivation to self-learn, with the ability to adapt to evolving finance processes and a changing business environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial insights clearly
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you'll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well-being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills-building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United Kingdom , visit ZS UK office locations | Where we work | ZS .
Hybrid working model:
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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