Finance Business Partner

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

Job summary

A recruitment firm is looking for a Finance Business Partner to join a collaborative finance team. The role involves financial reporting, performance analysis, and engaging with senior leadership to drive business decisions. This full-time position offers hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Exposure to senior leadership

Influence business decisions

Excellent career development

Competitive package

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in management accounts and financial business partnering.
• High attention to detail with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Own financial reporting and analysis of corporate costs.
• Partner with managers to manage Opex and Capex actuals and forecasts.
• Present monthly financial performance to SLT.

Skills

Management accounts

Financial business partnering

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Excel skills

Adaptability

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified

Job description

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

About the Role

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. The role involves 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 contribute to month-end processes, forecasting, and strategic planning, providing insights to drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Own the financial reporting and analysis of corporate costs.
2. Prepare and post month-end journals and working files, including variance analysis.
3. Partner with managers to manage Opex and Capex actuals and forecasts.
4. Maintain balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset registers, and intercompany statements.
5. Present monthly financial performance to SLT.
6. Calculate and communicate internal recharges to business units and raise supporting invoices.
7. Support year-end audit with timely and accurate documentation.
8. 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.
• Solid Excel skills.
• Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset.

Benefits

• Exposure to senior leadership in a global organization.
• 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.

Application Process

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. Feel free to contact us for further information about your application.

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