Finance Business Partner

Michael Page (UK); Guiseley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organisation in finance is seeking a Finance Business Partner to deliver financial insights and support decision-making. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with commercial finance experience. This role offers a competitive salary between £55,000 to £65,000 and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment based in Leeds.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a Commercial Finance/FP&A environment.
• Ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with divisional leaders to deliver financial insights.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Financial modelling

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Overview

• Exciting commercial opportunity with true partnering prospects
• Work for a global organisation with a successful finance function

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a global organisation within the FMCG industry. Operating as part of a well-established and highly-performing team based in Leeds, the finance business partner will be expected to proactively build and establish strong relationships with stakeholders of all seniority.

Job Description

In this Finance Business Partner position, you'll be expected to:

• Partner with divisional leaders to deliver financial insights and recommendations that inform strategic and operational decisions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand key revenue drivers and identify opportunities for sustainable growth
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, contributing to annual plans, reforecasts, and long-term business planning
• Prepare monthly management reports, including variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership
• Build and maintain robust financial models to evaluate strategic initiatives and investment opportunities
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance, identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Work with teams to define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators
• Support continuous improvement by developing action plans that enhance profitability, efficiency, and commercial performance

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience in a Commercial Finance/FP&A environment
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders
• A data-focused and analytical mindset, with financial modelling and Excel/Google Sheets skills
• Ablility to both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum
• Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed)
• Opportunities for professional growth within the business
• A collaborative and supportive working environment in Leeds

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Commercial Analyst to join a respected organisation within the FMCG industry. If this role aligns with your skills and career goals, we encourage you to apply today!