Finance Business Partner

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services organization in Manchester is looking for a Finance Business Partner to support the Senior Leadership Team with financial analysis and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and experience in financial reporting in an FMCG environment. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000-45,000 and benefits like 30 days of holiday and private healthcare, along with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Pension

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial reporting within an international FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in Finance Business Partnering and presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of Capex, lease compliance, governance, and control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Leading capex reporting and ensuring timely Post Investment Appraisal reviews across the business.
• Supporting Capital Committee presentations and maintaining accurate forecasts for capital spend and lease commitments.
• Providing ad-hoc analysis for senior stakeholders, including the 5-year Capital Expenditure Plan.

Skills

Financial reporting

SAP knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA - part qualified)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Your new company
Our client is a manufacturing business based in Manchester, known for its commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic finance team within a forward-thinking organisation.

Your new role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Leadership Team and Heads of Departments with insightful financial analysis and strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for:

• Leading capex reporting and ensuring timely Post Investment Appraisal reviews across the business
• Supporting Capital Committee presentations and maintaining accurate forecasts for capital spend and lease commitments
• Acting as the key contact for external auditors on Capex matters
• Providing ad-hoc analysis for senior stakeholders, including the 5-year Capital Expenditure Plan
• Partnering with internal teams to deliver accurate monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Championing continuous improvement and standardisation of finance processes
• Serving as the SAP Capex Subject Matter Expert across the finance community

What you'll need to succeed
You will have:

• A professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA - part qualified)
• Strong experience in financial reporting within an international FMCG manufacturing environment
• Proven track record in Finance Business Partnering and presenting to senior stakeholders
• Deep understanding of Capex, lease compliance, governance, and control frameworks
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with integrated ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• A proactive, analytical mindset with excellent time management and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a matrix structure and manage complex stakeholder relationships

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive salary of £40,000-45,000 DOE, along with benefits including 30 days holiday, pension, private healthcare, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive team environment. The role offers a hybrid working model with flexibility, after at least the first month in the office. The standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week.

What you need to do now
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