Application Guide
How to Apply for Finance Business Partner
at Aggreko
๐ข About Aggreko
Aggreko is a global leader in innovative energy solutions, specifically focused on reducing environmental impact through temporary power, temperature control, and energy services. What makes Aggreko unique is its commitment to sustainability and providing clean energy alternatives in challenging environments worldwide. Someone might want to work here to contribute to meaningful environmental solutions while being part of a forward-thinking, globally recognized company.
About This Role
As a Finance Business Partner at Aggreko, you'll serve as a strategic financial advisor to business units, providing key insights to drive revenue and EBITDA growth through data analysis and forecasting. This role is impactful because you'll directly influence strategic direction, new business offerings, and competitive positioning in the sustainable energy market. You'll bridge finance and operations by translating complex financial data into actionable business recommendations.
๐ก A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve analyzing financial data to identify revenue growth opportunities, preparing forecasts and budgets for business units, and meeting with operational teams to provide financial insights for strategic decisions. You could be reviewing business cases for new energy offerings, supporting commercial negotiations with financial modeling, and monitoring competitive trends to inform pricing strategiesโall while working remotely with cross-functional teams across the US.
๐ Application Tools
๐ฏ Who Aggreko Is Looking For
- Has 5+ years in a finance business partner or similar analytical role with proven experience engaging non-finance stakeholders in energy, industrial, or B2B services sectors
- Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, forecasting models, and trend analysis specifically applied to revenue growth and EBITDA optimization
- Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments with minimal supervision and can convey technical financial information clearly to operational teams
- Has hands-on experience with Infor ERP systems and experience supporting commercial negotiations, pricing strategies, and business case development
๐ Tips for Applying to Aggreko
Quantify your impact on revenue and EBITDA growth in previous roles using specific percentages or dollar amounts in your resume
Highlight any experience with Infor ERP systems prominently, as this is mentioned in the requirements but cut off in the job description
Demonstrate your ability to translate financial data for non-finance stakeholders by including examples in your application materials
Research Aggreko's recent sustainability initiatives and mention how your skills could support their environmental impact goals
Showcase experience with business case review and commercial negotiations, which are specifically mentioned in the job responsibilities
โ๏ธ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience driving revenue and EBITDA growth through financial analysis in previous roles', 'Examples of successfully supporting strategic business decisions and translating financial data for non-finance stakeholders', "How your background aligns with Aggreko's focus on innovative energy solutions and environmental impact reduction", 'Experience with forecasting, budgeting processes, and supporting commercial negotiations in fast-paced environments']
Generate Cover Letter โ๐ Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- โ Aggreko's recent sustainability reports and environmental impact initiatives to understand their corporate priorities
- โ The company's specific energy solutions and service offerings in the US market and globally
- โ Recent news about Aggreko's business performance, partnerships, or market expansion in sustainable energy
- โ The competitive landscape for temporary power and energy services to understand market positioning
๐ฌ Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
โ ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with a generic finance resume that doesn't specifically address revenue/EBITDA growth, business partnering, or stakeholder engagement
- Failing to demonstrate experience with ERP systems (especially Infor) or ability to work with minimal supervision in fast-paced environments
- Not showing understanding of how finance supports business strategy, commercial negotiations, and new offering development
๐ Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!