Finance Business Partner

Cobb & Jones; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK-based organisation seeks a Finance Business Partner to take on a high-impact role. This position will influence decision-making and has the autonomy to build processes from scratch. Responsibilities include developing KPI platforms, producing cash flow forecasts, and identifying cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a recognised accounting qualification and experience in an operational finance role, ideally within FMCG or related fields. The role offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary between £75k and £90k DOE.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an operational FP&A or Finance Business Partner capacity.
• Background in product-related businesses such as FMCG, Food, Pharmaceuticals, or Logistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement KPI platforms and reporting dashboards.
• Produce 13-week rolling cash flow forecasts and provide insightful analysis.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Proactive and autonomous approach

Education

Recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA preferred)

Job description

Finance Business Partner | Canterbury (Hybrid working) | £75k - £90k DOE

Are you ready to take on a high-impact role in a rapidly growing national organisation? We are delighted to be recruiting exclusively for a Finance Business Partner position within a business that has experienced significant growth both organically and through acquisition over the past eight years.

With a turnover of approximately £400m, this fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) group has strategically positioned itself as a major player in its markets, backed by impressive EBITDA and financial stability. This success enables them to offer attractive packages to secure the best local talent.

This newly created role follows a recent acquisition and will be instrumental in influencing decision-making within a well-known brand and across the wider Group. While the title is Finance Business Partner, the scope and impact of this position go far beyond traditional partneringyoull have the autonomy to build processes from scratch, drive agendas, and deliver clear objectives that shape the future of the business.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement KPI platforms and reporting dashboards.
• Produce 13-week rolling cash flow forecasts and provide insightful analysis across all operational areas.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives, efficiency improvements, and performance best practices.
• Conduct ROI assessments, appraisals, and support capex projects with robust financial analysis.
• Build strong relationships across all areas of the Group, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.

Candidate Profile :

• A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA preferred).
• Proven experience in an operational FP&A or Finance Business Partner capacity.
• A background in product-related businesses, ideally within FMCG, Food, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Packaging, Production, Distribution, or Logistics.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders effectively.
• A proactive, autonomous approach with the confidence to build processes and drive change.

Whats on Offer :

Salary : £75,000

90,000 basic DOE.

Benefits :

• Car allowance, bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, company pension.

Hybrid Working :

Typically 3 days in the office, 2 days remote, with a mature approach to flexibility.

The chance to join a dynamic, growing organisation where you can make a tangible impact and shape the future of a major brand.