Finance Business Partner

Wade Macdonald; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international organization is seeking a Finance Controller to join their dynamic team in Basingstoke. This pivotal role involves partnering with senior stakeholders to provide insightful financial analysis and reporting. You'll be instrumental in driving performance, managing risks, and enhancing business intelligence across the UK. With a focus on collaboration and continuous development, this forward-thinking company offers a supportive environment for finance professionals eager to make an impact. Enjoy hybrid working options, career progression opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that values your contributions.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Pension

Wellness Support

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong commercial awareness.
• Proven experience in business-facing finance roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly financial performance analysis at site and regional levels.
• Prepare senior management reports and support business meetings.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Interpersonal Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

Business Intelligence Tools

Job description

Finance Controller – Basingstoke – £50,000–£55,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Hybrid Working

About the Client:
A well-established international organisation, they operate across multiple sites and maintain a strong regional presence. They cultivate a dynamic work environment where work-life balance and employee well-being are priorities. With a commitment to continuous development and collaboration, they offer a supportive atmosphere ideal for finance professionals seeking impact and growth.

About the Job:
This is a key Finance Business Partnering role focused on a specific UK region. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across sites, providing transparent and insightful analysis to drive performance and mitigate financial risk. Reporting directly to the UK Finance Director, you'll play a central role in financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic support.

Duties will include:

• Delivering monthly financial performance analysis at both site and regional level
• Providing clear commentary and challenge on variances to budget and prior year
• Preparing senior management reports including scenario planning and benchmarking
• Supporting monthly business meetings with regional and site leadership
• Leading on cross-regional financial initiatives such as revenue analysis and capex tracking
• Coordinating local budgeting and forecasting activities
• Collaborating with shared services finance to finalise month-end results
• Driving improvements in business intelligence and reporting tools across the UK

About the Successful Applicant:
You will be a qualified accountant with strong commercial awareness and proven experience in a similar business-facing finance role. You’ll bring advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, excellent interpersonal communication, and the confidence to influence and challenge senior stakeholders. A proactive mindset, combined with analytical depth and the ability to drive change, is essential.

What You Will Receive in Return:
You’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation where your insight and input will be valued. Expect genuine career progression opportunities, hybrid working options, and a benefits package that includes performance bonus, pension, and wellness support