Assistant Finance Business Partner

Howden Joinery Limited; Howden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & annual bonus

Pension scheme (company contribution ー

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff Discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and recognition events

Job summary

Howdens Joinery Limited is seeking an Assistant Finance Business Partner to join the Logistics Finance Team in Howden, East Yorkshire. You will provide weekly reports, analyse performance, and support budgeting and forecasting across 11 cross docking centres.

The role involves partnering with stakeholders, improving financial planning, and maintaining controls. Previous finance experience and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level or degree standard and part-qualified or qualified in CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Previous experience within a finance, accounting or financial analysis role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends.
• Understanding and experience of financial reporting, management accounting and budgeting processes.
• Ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Confident communicator, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance audiences.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce weekly management reports and periodic management accounts.
• Analyse financial performance, investigate variances and provide insight to stakeholders.
• Partner with stakeholders to support decision-making and financial performance.
• Support the annual budget-setting process and quarterly reforecasts.
• Assist with budget uploads, phasing and financial planning activities.
• Contribute to financial analysis that supports strategic business decisions and savings initiatives.
• Raise invoices, manage aged debt and support purchase order processes.
• Build strong relationships with finance and operational stakeholders across the business.
• Provide clear, accurate financial information to support operational and commercial decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and support audit requirements when required.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

A-Level or degree; part-qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant Finance Business Partner (internally known as a Logistics Finance Analyst) to join our Logistics Finance Team based in Howden, East Yorkshire. Reporting to the Logistics Senior Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the financial performance of our logistics operation. Partnering with stakeholders across 11 cross docking distribution centres, you'll deliver financial reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting activities, providing valuable insight that helps drive informed business decisions and operational performance.

Location | Howden, East Yorkshire | Contract Type | Full-Time - Permanent | Shift | Monday to Friday, 37.5 Hours | Hiring Manager | Senior Finance Manager (Logistics)

What will I be doing as an Assistant Finance Business Partner?

• Produce weekly management reports and periodic management accounts.
• Analyse financial performance, investigate variances and provide insight to stakeholders.
• Partner with stakeholders to support decision-making and financial performance.
• Support the annual budget-setting process and quarterly reforecasts.
• Assist with budget uploads, phasing and financial planning activities.
• Contribute to financial analysis that supports strategic business decisions and savings initiatives.
• Raise invoices, manage aged debt and support purchase order processes.
• Build strong relationships with finance and operational stakeholders across the business.
• Provide clear, accurate financial information to support operational and commercial decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and support audit requirements when required.

What do I need to qualify for the Assistant Finance Business Partner role?

• Educated to A-Level or degree standard and part-qualified or qualified in CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Previous experience within a finance, accounting or financial analysis role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends.
• Understanding and experience of financial reporting, management accounting and budgeting processes.
• Ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Confident communicator, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance audiences.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial systems.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Staff Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

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About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa £2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application.

We work exclusively with trade professionals, giving them the products, service, and support they need to deliver kitchens fitted to the highest standard. By building strong partnerships with local tradespeople, we help them exceed their customers’ expectations, and in turn, we all succeed together. Our success is built on a simple but powerful model: locally empowered depot teams backed by a world-class supply chain. This means we can keep products in stock, provide exceptional service, and deliver real value to our customers every day.