Finance Business Partner

IPS Finance; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a qualified Accountant to join a growing organisation. This hybrid opportunity involves full ownership of the month-end process, management reporting, and collaborating with various teams to drive efficiencies. Ideal for a newly qualified accountant seeking a first move into industry. The role offers exposure to senior management and opportunities for continuous improvement in finance operations.

Qualifications

• Seeking a first move from practice into industry.
• Experience with audit or in a large/complex organisation is advantageous.
• Ability to lead and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Partnering with the division to provide insight and analysis.
• Liaising with external auditors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Commercial acumen

Self‑motivated

Team-oriented

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA)

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) seeking a first move from practice into industry. This position offers the chance to play a key role in a fast-paced, growing organisation.

This is a hybrid working opportunity with 2 days WFH.

The Opportunity

This role provides full ownership of the month-end close process and delivery of accurate and timely divisional reporting. Acting as a trusted finance business partner, the successful candidate will collaborate across the division to drive insight, efficiency, and value creation.

The position offers exposure to senior management, operational finance teams, and external advisors, as well as the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives—enhancing systems, processes, and management reporting capabilities.

Reporting to the Divisional Financial Director, the role covers management reporting, financial control, and support for statutory reporting of divisional entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow forecasts, variance analysis, KPIs, and commentary
• Partnering with the division to provide insight, analysis, and clear communication of financial data
• Liaising with external auditors on statutory audit engagements
• Reviewing and improving processes and controls in collaboration with finance and operational teams
• Supporting merger and acquisition activity as required
• Assisting the Group Financial Controller, and CFO as needed

About You

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA), ideally seeking a first move from practice into industry
• Strong communication skills and commercial acumen
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and eager to learn
• Team‑oriented, with the ability to lead and develop others
• Previous audit experience or experience within a large/complex organisation is advantageous

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious newly qualified accountant looking to make a strong first move into industry—joining a business where finance plays a pivotal and visible role in driving performance and supporting growth.

If you are interested in this Finance Business Partner opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.