Finance Business Partner

Weetabix; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Kettering is seeking a Finance Business Partner. This role involves providing valuable finance support, managing manufacturing costs, and offering strategic insights. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, experience in management accounting, and excellent communication abilities. Join us to enhance our performance and impact our business goals.

Benefits

Annual bonus 7.5%

Double-matched pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Healthcare plan

Discounted Weetabix products

Continued investment in personal development

Access to 24/7 counselling service

Flexible Work Opportunities

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in preparation of Management accounts.
• Experience of working with stakeholders without finance backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage Manufacturing Labour spend and provide weekly reporting.
• Provide insights on Manufacturing Waste figures.
• Support stakeholder management of budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficiency in processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data management

Problem-solving

MS Excel skills

Education

Qualified or working towards CIMA/ACCA

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Overview

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support. At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong, where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected. We’re always looking to connect with talented individuals who can help shape the future of our business. Join our incredible finance team as a Finance Business Partner. We are seeking an individual who will deliver top‑notch finance business partner support and strategic insights to enhance Manufacturing costs and performance, ultimately driving our company’s broader goals and achievements. Closing date: 21st September. Interview process: Face-to-face on our site in Burton Latimer w/c 22nd September. Working pattern: Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings – it’s a must. While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or flexibility where needed. We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process – just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

• Close management of Manufacturing Labour spend, including weekly reporting.


• Provide insight and support on Manufacturing Waste figures.


• Provide insight & challenge into the periodic performance of Manufacturing Overheads spend vs budget/forecast (Factory & Central).


• Preparation of accurate budgets and forecasts, highlighting risks, opportunities. Mitigating financial risk and exploiting opportunities.


• Support & Stakeholder key business partners in the management of their budgets.


• Driving continuous improvement in relation to the accuracy and efficiency of processes.


• Development of financial tools to aid decision making & insight.


• Cost modelling of plant capacity to align with changing sales patterns/changing plant performance using our Integrated Business Planning process (IBP process governs how we manage differences between supply and demand of our products).

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Skills

• Possess analytical, data management, problem-solving and MS Excel skills.


• Experience in the preparation of Management accounts.


• Experience of working & communicating with key stakeholders, specifically those without finance backgrounds.

Desirable Skills

• Qualified or working towards a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA).


• FMCG, retail or food / other manufacturing background.


• Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems.

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

• Annual bonus 7.5%


• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)


• 25 days annual leave increasing with service


• Annual Salary review


• Healthcare plan


• Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

• Continued investment in your personal development


• We believe in balance, whether it’s for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days additional annual leave


• Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)


• The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities


• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave


• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care


• Working Parents Support Group


• Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page https://weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/careers/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

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