Finance Business Partner

Churchill Group; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

33 days holiday

Sick pay

Parental leave support

GP access

Volunteering days

Discounts

Training & development

Diversity program

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Churchill Group is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join our Commercial Finance team in Luton, with hybrid working and occasional work-from-home. You will partner with operational leaders to drive profitability and stronger decision-making through insightful analysis.

You’ll lead budgeting, forecasting, and contract profitability assessments, develop financial models, and challenge assumptions to support sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with CIMA, ACCA, or ACA credentials.
• Experience in finance business partnering.
• Strong analytical skills and commercial acumen.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted finance partner to Regional MD with insights.
• Support operational teams to ensure contracts/projects are financially viable.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting for the region.
• Develop and maintain financial models for profitability, cost, risk.
• Provide commercial analysis on new opportunities, renewals, pricing.
• Identify trends and opportunities to improve performance.
• Assist with month-end reporting and high-quality financial reports.
• Enhance reporting for senior management highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate to drive continuous improvement of processes.

Skills

CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Financial analysis

Excel modelling

Stakeholder engagement

ERP experience

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Luton (hybrid working with occasional work-from-home)
Package: Competitive salary + car allowance

We are seeking a Finance Business Partner who is analytical, commercially focused, and proactive to join our Commercial Finance team. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, this role plays a key part in driving financial performance, strengthening decision‑making, and supporting sustainable business growth.

You will work closely with operational leaders, senior stakeholders, and finance colleagues to provide insightful analysis, challenge assumptions, and enhance profitability.

As Finance Business Partner, you’ll be:

• Acting as a trusted finance partner to the Regional Managing Director, providing financial insights and strategic decision support.
• Supporting Operational teams to ensure new contracts or projects are financially sustainable and commercially viable.
• Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for your region, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Developing and maintaining financial models to assess contract profitability, cost efficiency, and risk management.
• Providing commercial analysis on new business opportunities, contract renewals, and pricing strategies.
• Identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement to drive financial performance.
• Assisting with month-end reporting and delivering high-quality financial reports.
• Enhancing financial reporting for senior management, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and streamline financial processes.

As Finance Business Partner, you’ll have:

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience
• Experience in a finance business partnering role, preferably within facilities/security management or service industries.
• Strong analytical skills – the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into clear, actionable insights.
• A commercial mindset with a proven track record of driving financial performance and influencing stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills – experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills – able to work effectively with finance and non-finance teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings across different locations.

What we offer you

The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing specialist FM providers in the UK. This means that as our teams continue to grow, so can you.

We believe in rewarding talent and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued. Here’s what you’ll get:

• Employee Ownership – You are part of our success!
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company sick pay
• Maternity and paternity leave support
• 24/7 GP access, plus mental health, wellness, financial, and legal support
• Two paid volunteering days per year – Give back to a cause that matters to you
• Exclusive perks and discounts – More than 250 deals available
• Ongoing training and development – From apprenticeships to leadership programs
• Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion – Our Mosaic Committee and Mental Health First Aiders are leading the way
• Recognition and rewards – Celebrating our shining stars all year round

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. As an inclusive and equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we strive to build a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all.

Reasonable adjustments

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we can make to support you during our recruitment process. We’re happy to help…

Please note that security clearance (DBS) is required for this role.