Finance Business Partner

Investigo; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization in Luton is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves driving strategic financial excellence and supporting career development. Candidates should be qualified accountants with a strong finance background, ideally in Retail or FMCG environments. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000 plus a 15% performance bonus and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company save-as-you-earn scheme

Excellent contributory pension plan

Employee discount scheme

Gym membership subsidies

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Ideally some exposure to Retail or FMCG environments.
• Solid understanding of distribution operations and associated financial complexities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the trusted financial advisor to Distribution and Installation teams.
• Take ownership of cost management and month-end processes.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Enhance financial understanding to drive efficiency improvements.
• Produce insightful management reporting.
• Deliver weekly flash reporting and performance reviews.
• Foster a cost-conscious, efficiency-focused culture.
• Manage and develop a Financial Analyst.

Skills

Confident communicator

Natural relationship builder

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven track record under pressure

Exceptional attention to detail

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job description

Overview

Finance Business Partner - Luton

Salary: Up to £60,000 + 15% Performance Bonus

About Our Client & This Opportunity

I'm delighted to be working with a highly successful and growing organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional to step into a pivotal role where you'll drive strategic financial excellence while being supported in your career development.

My client offers genuine progression opportunities within a collaborative culture that values expertise and invests heavily in their people's growth.

Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Partnership

• Act as the trusted financial advisor to Distribution and Installation teams, providing comprehensive analysis, strategic insight, and constructive challenge to drive performance
• Take ownership of cost management and month-end processes for HDC, SDC, MCFC, and Installation operations, with additional oversight of Wincanton and Ascensos costs where required
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes for these critical operational areas

Driving Business Performance

• Work closely with operational stakeholders to enhance financial understanding, drive efficiency improvements, and boost profitability across the business
• Produce insightful management reporting that directly influences strategic decision-making at senior levels
• Deliver weekly flash reporting and performance reviews to ensure rapid response to operational variances

Leadership & Culture Development

• Foster a cost-conscious, efficiency-focused culture through targeted analysis and profit-enhancement initiatives
• Manage and develop a Financial Analyst, providing mentorship and supporting their career progression

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications & Background

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification)
• Strong finance background with ideally some exposure to Retail or FMCG environments
• Solid understanding of distribution operations and associated financial complexities

Key Skills & Attributes

• Confident communicator who can challenge and influence stakeholders at all levels effectively
• Natural relationship builder who works well with both finance and non-finance teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation abilities
• Proven track record of working under pressure while consistently hitting tight deadlines
• Experience implementing robust financial controls and governance frameworks

Technical Requirements

• Exceptional attention to detail with absolute commitment to accuracy
• Advanced Excel skills essential

What's On Offer

Career Development

• Comprehensive learning and development programs tailored to accelerate your career
• Clear progression pathways within an expanding, ambitious organization
• Supportive management team committed to your professional growth

Attractive Remuneration Package

• Competitive base salary up to £60,000
• Generous 15% performance bonus opportunity
• Private medical insurance coverage
• Company save-as-you-earn scheme
• Excellent contributory pension plan

Additional Benefits

• Employee discount scheme across the business
• Comprehensive discount platform with savings and cashback at major retailers
• Gym membership subsidies and cycle-to-work scheme
• Supportive, collaborative working environment