Finance Business Partner

About Us

Gigaclear is a leading alternative operator of rural full fibre broadband networks in the UK. Gigaclear is proud to be transforming digital connectivity in rural Britain. Founded on a simple idea that communities outside major town and cites deserve world class broadband. We design, build and operate ultrafast, full fibre networks where they are needed most. We are proud to be named as Rural ISP of the year in 2025 at the UK Fibre Awards and named a Top Employer 2026.

Gigaclear was found over 15 years ago and has vast experience in helping to level up the digital divide that exists between rural and urban areas. Our commitment to take fibre further means people living in these, often hard to reach, areas are able to take advantage of all the social, educational and economic benefits that full fibre is already delivering in the larger towns and cities. When the business was launched at opportunity was seen to help change that and today, our fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) network stretching across more than 26 counties in the South West, the Midlands and the South East and growing. Offering customers a truly world class product, to some of the most difficult to reach areas of the UK, empowering those communities with broadband to rival any city.

Our approach is to work guided by our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission   Empowering communities with brilliant broadband

Our Vision      Connected Communities

Our Values     Find a way, Be committed, Do the right thing, Keep it simple.

Job Summary:

The Finance Business Partner will closely work to support the business and closely with senior leaders to provide meaningful financial insight and strategic guidance. This is a commercially focused role where you will help influence decision-making, support performance improvement and ensure robust financial planning across a key business area.

A strong an influential communicator, you will be able to provide recommendations and challenge decision making to achieve our goals. You will be comfortable working with senior stakeholders and work in partnership with the business areas working towards financial success through collaboration, analysis, and strategic insight.

Key Accountability & Responsibilities

Provision, management and delivery of the monthly management accounts, annual budgets and forecasting

Provide detailed financial insights to support business decisions, including variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

Develop and maintain financial models to assess the financial viability of new initiatives and support long-term business planning.

Collaborate with department managers to control costs, improve operational efficiency, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Identifying and implementing enhancements to financial processes to improve reporting and business performance.

Provide financial support and analysis for business projects, including capital expenditure and post-implementation reviews.

Monitor and report on key performance indicators, highlighting areas for improvement and delivering actionable recommendations.

Communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders, influencing and supporting business decisions.

Support ad-hoc analysis and strategic incentives across the business

Qualifications & Experience

A qualified accountant holding a recognised qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent with proven experience within a similar Finance Business Partner role.

Strong knowledge of Excel and financial modelling

High analytical skills, proactive approach with the ability to identify issues, analyse problems and develop effective solutions

A ‘self-starter’ attitude with energy and enthusiasm

Comfortable working in a team, equally adept at working with finance and other colleagues

Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A flexible approach to working

Staff rewards, benefits and opportunities

We foster a collaborative, engaging culture that empowers staff to grow and maximise their skills. We want to challenge our people in a fair environment where hard work is rewarded and a path for progression is open to all.

Generous employer pension; up to 8% matched contribution 

Income protection & life assurance 

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), holiday purchase scheme and Yay Days!  

Health cash plan, 24/7 remote GP access and Employee Assistance Programme including counselling & legal advice 

Unlimited access to online training and development content via our Learning Management System 

Long service benefits and monthly employee recognition 

Enhanced maternity and paternity provisions 

Flexible working environment 

Health & Wellbeing initiatives and company funded social events