Finance Business Partner

Vp plc; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a finance professional to support strategic goals through effective business partnering and financial analysis. This role involves collaborating with senior management, driving revenue growth, and preparing key financial statements. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage stakeholders. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a leader in the material handling industry. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and fostering long-term partnerships.

Benefits

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Company Car

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Free Tool Hire

Life Assurance at 3x Salary

Share Save Scheme

Eye Care Vouchers

Gym Discounts

Health Shield Healthcare Cash Plan Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience across a broad finance function is essential.
• Proven ability in stakeholder management is required.

Responsibilities

• Support senior management by gathering and presenting financial information.
• Develop capital business plans and manage the investment process.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Introduction

Working directly alongside the Divisional Finance Director, you will share responsibility for the business finance function and digital development, aligned with the company's strategic goals. You will collaborate closely with the Managing Director, Divisional Finance Director, Senior Management, and key stakeholders across various departments, providing commercial finance support, business partnering, FP&A, system and process development, and striving to exceed customer expectations through prompt decision-making, flexible processes, and regular strategic reviews.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support senior management by gathering information on specific business areas and presenting results effectively.
2. Develop and produce capital business plans.
3. Manage the investment process, including capex reporting, planning, procurement, and asset control.
4. Conduct ROI analysis and customer rate analysis, presenting findings to sales teams for new agreements.
5. Create strategic business plans to align with and achieve company goals.
6. Drive revenue growth through sales initiatives, including real-time reporting and automation.
7. Engage in business partnering across various stakeholders, providing challenge and advice as needed.
8. Prepare key financial statements such as P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and Forecasts.
9. Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
10. Perform detailed analysis of financial areas, balancing cash flow, PBIT, and ROCE.
11. Manage credit, review sales ledger debt balances, and assess customer risk levels.
12. Oversee business risks through internal audits of various business elements.

What We're Looking For

• Experience across a broad finance function.
• Proven ability in stakeholder management.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Effective problem-solving and solution implementation capabilities.
• Quick learner of new skills and information.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Company car
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free tool hire
• Life assurance at 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Structured learning & development programs, including internal and external training
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts on various brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discounts
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield healthcare cash plan discounts
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline (free membership)

A Little Bit About Us

UK Forks, part of Vp plc, is a leader in the UK's material handling industry with a heritage dating back to 1954. We specialize in telescopic handlers and tracked access platforms hire, focusing on tailored solutions that enhance on-site productivity. Our team is committed to excellence and customer satisfaction, operating a centralised call centre, strategically positioned distribution centres, and a reliable fleet of HGV trucks for prompt delivery. Our mobile service engineers provide on-site support, ensuring minimal downtime and operational efficiency. We are dedicated to delivering quality, service, and tailored solutions, fostering long-term partnerships in the industry.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusive recruitment based on experience and skills.