Finance Business Partner

The Association; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Salisbury is looking for a qualified accountant to bridge finance and operations. This role involves analysis, forecasting, and budgeting to enhance efficiency and profitability. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in manufacturing and be effective influencers. Initially office-based, the position will transition to hybrid working. Benefits include a modern working environment and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Strong benefits

Modern working environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Hands-on approach to financial analysis.
• Passionate about driving value through collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison between finance and operational teams.
• Provide insightful analysis and budgeting support.
• Support investment decisions aligning with business goals.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Experience in manufacturing or industrial sectors

Financial modelling

Variance analysis and performance tracking

Understanding of cost accounting and operational KPIs

Job description

What you'll do

• This role will act as a key liaison between finance and operational teams, providing insightful analysis, forecasting, and budgeting support to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• You'll work closely with plant managers, supply chain, and commercial leads to translate financial data into actionable plans, identify risks and opportunities, and support investment decisions that align with long-term business goals.
• You will support the business in providing management information which improves the profitability of your portfolio and the business in general.

What you'll need to succeed

• The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong experience in manufacturing or industrial sectors, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• You'll bring a hands-on approach to financial modelling, variance analysis, and performance tracking, with an understanding of cost accounting and operational KPIs.
• This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving value through collaboration and financial insight.
• The role will initially start as office-based, moving to more of a hybrid work arrangements in time.

What you'll get in return

An opportunity to take on a high-impact role in a business going through change with a modern working environment and strong benefits.

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