Finance Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the UK seeks a Finance Business Partner to drive commercial success through strategic financial insights. This dynamic position involves collaborating with operations, managing financial reporting, and providing analysis to influence business strategy. Join a supportive team where your contributions will be recognized and valued.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in management accounting and business partnering.
• Strong analytical skills with understanding of sales and margin performance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts.
• Analyse sales and margin performance across business units.
• Partner with operational leaders to support cost control.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Commercial mindset

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Job description

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As one of the UK’s leading service providers, we know the power of great people and service. Now, we’re looking for a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join the team and help drive commercial success through strategic financial insight and operational support. The business is currently on a transformation journey and is looking for someone to be apart of this journey, streamlining processes and setting records along the way.

In this pivotal role, you’ll split your focus 50/50 between core management accounting and high-impact business partnering. You’ll work hand-in-hand with our operations teams to support decision-making and drive performance, while also taking responsibility for financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly management accounts and streamline current processes
• Analyse sales and margin performance across business units
• Partner with operational leaders to support cost control and commercial decision-making
• Develop and present financial insights to influence strategy and profitability
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Identify risks, opportunities, and trends in financial performance

About You

You're a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys being at the heart of the action. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy solving problems, and have the confidence to challenge and support senior stakeholders.

What You’ll Need:

• A relevant accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience in management accounting and business partnering, ideally within a contract led business environment
• Strong analytical skills with a good understanding of sales and margin performance
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach
• A genuine passion for adding value beyond the numbers

We believe in investing in people. You will be part of a supportive, fast-paced environment where your ideas matter and your contributions are recognised. This is your chance to help shape the future of a growing business.