Finance Business Partner

Aston Martin F1 Team; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Aston Martin F1 Team as a Finance Business Partner for Operations & Technical, pivotal in providing data-driven financial insights. You will directly support the team in unlocking cost efficiencies and enhancing performance. With a focus on business partnering, you will lead key financial processes while collaborating with senior leaders in a dynamic environment committed to excellence in the FIA Formula One Constructors’ Championship.

Benefits

Competitive package

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private health care

Pension plan

Life assurance

Childcare benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

On-site gym with fitness classes

Indoor and outdoor dining options

Qualifications

• Part qualified in relevant finance field with post-qualification experience.
• Detail-oriented and commercially minded, with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Technical and Operations.
• Identifying transformation opportunities and leading financial aspects of initiatives.
• Managing month-end processes including variance analysis and forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Part qualified (CIMA, AAT, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

We have a new opportunity to be part of our Finance team in the role of Finance Business Partner – Operations & Technical.

In this role, you will partner with senior technical and operational leaders to provide clear, data-driven financial insights and solutions. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will help unlock cost efficiencies and maximise performance within the constraints of the cost cap. Your expertise will directly support our ambition to consistently be a top team in the FIA Formula One Constructors’ Championship.

You will be responsible for:

Business Partnering:

• Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Technical and Operations.
• Leading on financial matters across these departments, becoming a trusted advisor.
• Understanding operational needs and identifying opportunities to drive cost efficiency, savings, and performance.
• Leading month-end processes including variance analysis, forecasts, and insightful commentary.
• Identifying transformation opportunities and leading financial aspects of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Driving improvements to the accuracy of financial data and models, including management accounts and budgeting.
• Supporting the development of business cases, considering headcount, capacity, payback, and cross-functional impact.
• Managing capex processes and working with Stock Control to ensure accurate transactions and timely risk identification.
• Supporting long-term planning by evaluating risks, opportunities, and regulatory or calendar-based factors.

Other Responsibilities:

• Driving process improvements and identifying areas of value-add across finance operations.
• Supporting wider Finance Business Partnering and FP&A teams with ad hoc requests and cross-functional needs.
• Maintaining appropriate records in line with audit and FIA audit requirements.
• Attending and contributing proactively to internal meetings.
• Working professionally and collaboratively within the company’s reporting structure.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of financial trends and continuing professional development.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

Qualifications:

• Part qualified (CIMA, AAT, ACCA or equivalent), with demonstrable post-qualification experience.

Experience:

• Proven experience in a business partnering or management accounting role.
• Experience with stock and inventory accounting.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across departments.
• Experience in F1, motorsport, or a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Detail-oriented and commercially minded, with the ability to challenge constructively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills and confidence with financial systems.
• Analytical, with a keen eye for detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to present data clearly and effectively using a variety of tools.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to make sound decisions.
• Enthusiastic and adaptable with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Committed to high standards and continuous improvement.
• Clear understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety standards.

This is a full-time office-based role based at our campus in Silverstone, with additional requirement to travel to other locations where necessary.

Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDSgroup childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.

We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.

Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please complete our Request for Reasonable Adjustments form here.