Commercial Finance Business Partner- Leeds

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Leeds seeks an experienced Commercial Finance Business Partner. This role involves supporting the Commercial team, driving performance insights, and building strong stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with finance partnering experience, proficient in Microsoft Office, and familiar with SAP. Join us to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday & Bank Holidays

Pension contribution matched up to 6%

4 x annual salary life assurance

Free to use onsite Gym

Access to discounted products

Training and development commitment

Flexible Benefits

Christmas cheese hamper

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Finance Business Partnering.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key finance business partner to a Sales team.
• Review monthly performance and approve month end.
• Drive effective performance dialogue within the Sales teams.

Skills

Strong influencing skills

Sound judgement

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with SAP

Experience with BW

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Commercial Finance Business Partner- Leeds

Location: Leeds, GB

Commercial Finance Business Partner

LS10 1AB

Arla Foods are currently seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to support our Commercial team at our Head Office in Leeds. If you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, this opportunity within a leading FMCG business offers the perfect platform to make a real impact.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application stage)
• 26 days holiday & Bank Holidays
• Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• 4 x annual salary life assurance
• Free to use onsite Gym
• Access to discounted products in our Staff Shop
• People agenda commitment to training and development
• Flexible Benefits- buy up to 5 days additional annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• Most importantly - Cheese hamper at Christmas!

How will you make an impact?

As a Commercial Finance Business Partner, you’ll work closely with management at all levels, making strong communication and relationship-building skills essential. You’ll be expected to support and challenge constructively, contributing to meaningful conversations and decisions. As a valued partner to the Commercial team, you’ll be deeply integrated into the function, helping drive performance and insight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the key finance business partner and trusted advisor to a specific Sales team
• Reviewing monthly performance and signing off month end
• Driving effective performance dialogue and challenge within the Sales teams
• Forecasting and reviewing the Commercial P&Ls
• Driving and preparing sound business cases as required e.g. tenders and costings
• Working closely with the Senior Sales team to maximize our price opportunities in the market
• Managing risk and ensuring we have sound controls e.g. customer agreement accruals
• Helping to drive improvements in DSO and aged debt
• Supporting other members of the Commercial finance team

What will make you successful?

We’re looking for a qualified accountant with proven experience in Finance Business Partnering. You’ll be comfortable working under pressure, managing multiple priorities, and meeting strict deadlines with a proactive, independent approach.

Strong influencing skills and sound judgement are essential, along with the ability to build positive relationships across the business and engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and experience with SAP and BW is highly desirable.

Whether you’re a newly qualified partner or qualified with years of proven industry experience, we’d love to hear from you!

Would you like to join us?

Please apply directly or contact Olivia Pine, Talent Acquisition Partner at Arla Foods, for more information. The closing date for this position is the 14th November 2025 and only CVs sent directly via the link will be considered.

Shape the Future of Dairy

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