We are seeking a talented finance professional for a new role within a dynamic services group. The Finance Business Partner will join an experienced finance team in Manchester and play a pivotal role in supporting and partnering various internal and external stakeholders across Europe. You will provide financial insights, analysis, and strategic guidance to drive informed decision-making, improve performance, and maximize profitability. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and commercially-minded finance professional to contribute to the success and growth of the organisation.
The role would suit a qualified management accountant wanting to take on a more influential, commercial role.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
- Prepare accurate and timely management reports and performance metrics for relevant stakeholders.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to provide actionable insights to business units
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain, to understand their financial needs and objectives.
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing financial guidance and support to drive strategic decision-making.
- Proactively identify opportunities for cost optimization, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiency.
- Lead the annual budgeting process by working closely with department heads to develop realistic financial plans aligned with business goals.
- Monitor and track budget performance, providing variance analysis and recommendations to support financial control and accountability.
- Assist in the monthly forecasting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business expectations.
About you
You will ideally be a qualified accountant with good all round management accounting skills and possess the drive and personality to influence key decision makers. In return the client is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, a clear career path and a hybrid working environment ( 2 days in the office 3 days working from home.)
