Technology Financial Operations Analyst

Job description:

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the FinOps Manager, the Technology Financial Operations Analyst supports financial transparency, cost optimisation and commercial governance across Burberry's Technology Services portfolio. The role provides analysis, reporting and governance support across Technology, Finance, Procurement and third-party suppliers, ensuring accurate forecasting, effective cloud cost management, robust invoice governance and proactive budget control.

The position supports technology financial operations, supplier financial performance management, monthly financial reporting, accrual accuracy and the ongoing optimisation of technology spend.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Technology financial governance framework, ensuring agreed controls, reporting routines and escalation routes are consistently followed.
• Review supplier invoices, purchase orders, contracts and supporting data to identify and help rectify billing inconsistencies, including overcharges, incorrect rates, duplicate charges and missing credits.
• Track billing queries, invoice disputes, corrective actions and commercial risks, ensuring progress is visible to the FinOps Manager and relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate monthly accrual activity by identifying expected supplier costs, validating supporting evidence and preparing submissions in line with Finance deadlines.
• Prepare budget and forecast analysis across Technology cost centres, highlighting variances, risks, trends and recommended actions for review.
• Maintain clear financial reporting, dashboards and trackers covering spend, supplier costs, accruals, open actions and key governance risks.
• Work with Finance, Procurement, Technology teams and suppliers to improve financial data quality, strengthen process adherence and resolve recurring billing issues.
• Support supplier reviews, budget planning and commercial discussions by providing accurate financial analysis, spend insight and supporting evidence.
• Identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities, making recommendations to the FinOps Manager to strengthen Technology financial governance.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Experience in FinOps, Technology Finance, IT Financial Management, Commercial Management or a related financial governance role.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, accruals, month-end controls, variance reporting and financial performance management.
• Experience supporting third-party supplier billing, invoice validation, commercial queries and financial governance controls.
• Ability to analyse large financial datasets, identify cost drivers, highlight trends and recommend practical cost optimisation actions.
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience using financial systems such as SAP, Ariba or equivalent purchasing, invoicing and reporting platforms.
• Experience with Power BI, Azure Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer or cloud financial management tools is desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across Finance, Procurement, Technology teams and suppliers, with the ability to challenge, influence and resolve issues constructively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear business insight and management recommendations.

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.