Finance Business Partner

Michael Page; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing SME in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Finance Business Partner to work closely with senior management in South Liverpool. The role involves providing strategic financial analysis, collaborating on budgets, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should hold professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers a salary range of £45,000 to £55,000 and hybrid working options to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed financial analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance, identifying trends and potential risks.
• Prepare and present key financial insights to senior stakeholders.
• Assist in strategic planning by evaluating financial implications.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Support process improvements for financial efficiency.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Proficient in financial software

Problem-solving

Education

Professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

The Finance Business Partner role is an integral part of the Accounting & Finance department, working alongside the CFO and Financial Controller and providing financial insights and strategic support to drive business performance. Based in South Liverpool, this position focuses on delivering robust financial analysis and fostering collaboration.

Client Details

This fast growing SME operates within the manufacturing / FMCG industry. The business are looking to strengthen their finance function, and have created a new Finance Business Partner role to work alongside the FC to provide the insight needed to help the business grow.

Description

• Provide detailed financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance, identifying trends and potential risks.
• Prepare and present key financial insights to senior stakeholders.
• Assist in strategic planning by evaluating financial implications of business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business on financial matters.

Profile

A successful Finance Business Partner should have:

• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Job Offer

• A salary in the region of £45,000 to £55,000, level dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.