Finance Business Partner

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking finance team is seeking a Finance Business Partner to enhance cost control and performance analysis. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, month-end processes, and strategic planning, with a focus on collaborating with senior stakeholders. The role requires part-qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA professionals or equivalent experience, emphasizing strong communication and attention to detail. Hybrid working and a competitive package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Collaborative team culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in management accounts and financial business partnering.
• Strong communication skills with senior leadership exposure.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own financial reporting and corporate cost analysis.
• Prepare month-end journals and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on Opex and Capex forecasts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Financial analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified or equivalent

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Associate Consultant at Gleeson Recruitment Group

Finance Business Partner
Location: Solihull
Full-Time/Permanent
Salary: £40,000-£45,000

On behalf of our client we're recruiting for a commercially-minded Finance Business Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and collaborative finance team. This role plays a key part in supporting cost control, performance analysis, and strategic decision-making across the business.

As Finance Business Partner, you will take ownership of the preparation and reporting of corporate cost financials, working closely with senior stakeholders. You will be a key contributor in month-end processes, forecasting, and strategic planning, providing meaningful insights that help drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Own the financial reporting and analysis of corporate costs

Prepare and post month-end journals and working files, including variance analysis

Partner with managers to manage Opex and Capex actuals and forecasts

Maintain balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset registers, and intercompany statements

Present monthly financial performance to SLT

Calculate and communicate internal recharges to business units and raise supporting invoices

Support year-end audit with timely and accurate documentation

Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and financial controls

Skills & Requirements:

ACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified, or equivalent relevant experience

Proven experience in management accounts and financial business partnering

High attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills and confidence presenting to senior leadership

Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset

Exposure to senior leadership in a global organisation

Key role influencing business decisions and driving performance

Excellent career development in a high-performing finance function

Hybrid working, competitive package, and a supportive team culture

To apply for the Finance Business Partner position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

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