Finance Business Partner Director
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled finance professionals with a digital edge has grown exponentially, with a 25% increase in remote finance roles in the last year alone. As companies like NextGen Healthcare navigate the complexities of global markets, the need for strategic financial guidance has never been more pressing. With the UAE emerging as a hub for digital innovation, this role offers a unique opportunity for finance leaders to drive business growth and scalability. Candidates should be prepared to leverage their digital skills to inform financial decisions and drive strategic initiatives. Before applying, it's essential to understand the evolving landscape of finance and technology and be ready to bring a fresh perspective to the table.
Job Description
About the Role
The Finance Business Partner Director is a pivotal role that serves as a strategic finance advisor to senior leaders across Engineering, Product, Infrastructure, and Cloud/Hosting. This position is responsible for shaping financial strategy through advanced planning, complex analysis, and actionable recommendations that drive business performance and long-term financial outcomes. As a key partner to senior technology leaders, this role aligns engineering and product investments with business strategy, scalable growth, and margin objectives.The successful candidate will be a seasoned finance professional with a deep understanding of digital skills and their application in driving business growth. They will be responsible for leading financial planning, analysis, and decision support, with a focus on R&D and infrastructure economics, investment governance, and financial decision support for technology-enabled growth initiatives.
What You Will Do
- Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes for Engineering and Product business areas
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, workforce planning, resource allocation, capital investments, operational decisions, and business performance analysis
- Monitor actual results against budget and forecast, identifying key variances and providing insights into financial drivers, risks, and opportunities
- Partner with business leaders to improve forecast accuracy, cost predictability, financial transparency, and accountability
- Drive multi-year planning and scenario analysis to evaluate the financial impact of business strategies, investment decisions, and operating model changes
- Serve as a trusted finance advisor to business leaders, providing proactive financial guidance, analysis, and strategic recommendations
- Lead business cases, ROI analysis, scenario planning, and financial evaluation for strategic initiatives
- Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for financial and non-financial stakeholders
- Influence decision-making by presenting well-supported financial recommendations and alternatives
- Develop and maintain Product P&L’s to improve transparency, accountability, and cost efficiency
What We Are Looking For
- Minimum 10 years of experience in finance, with a focus on business partnering and financial planning
- Strong understanding of digital skills and their application in finance
- Proven track record of driving business growth and scalability through financial leadership
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong business acumen and understanding of industry trends
- Experience with financial planning and analysis tools, such as Excel, Financial Modeling, and Data Visualization
- Certification in finance, such as CPA or CFA, is an advantage
Nice to Have
- Experience in the healthcare or technology industry
- Knowledge of cloud cost strategy and optimization
- Familiarity with agile project management methodologies
- Certification in data science or business analytics
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading healthcare technology company
- Remote work arrangement with flexible working hours
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and holiday allowance
How to Stand Out
- Tip: Highlight your experience with financial planning and analysis tools, such as Excel and Financial Modeling, to demonstrate your digital skills.
- Tip: Be prepared to discuss your understanding of industry trends and how they impact financial decision-making.
- Tip: Show examples of how you have driven business growth and scalability through financial leadership in previous roles.
- Tip: Familiarize yourself with the company’s products and services to demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for the role.
- Tip: Prepare to discuss your experience with data visualization and presentation, as well as your ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Tip: Research the company culture and values to ensure alignment with your own professional values and goals.
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