Finance Business Partner

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Stirling seeks a Finance Business Partner to support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and insights. This role offers the opportunity to lead budgeting processes and collaborate across departments, contributing to a dynamic and forward-thinking environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Culture valuing connection and collaboration

Sustainability-driven mission

Global recognition for innovation and trustworthiness

Qualifications

• Qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Proven experience in FP&A or business partnering roles.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting across departments.
• Provide detailed financial analysis and support rounding month-end and year-end closings.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Influencing abilities

Resilience

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Finance Business Partner – FP&A
Location:Stirling, Scotland
Type:Full-time | Hybrid Working Available

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial planning and analysis? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your insights drive real business impact? We’re looking for aFinance Business Partnerto join a dynamic and forward-thinking company in Stirling.

About the Role

As a Finance Business Partner, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting business unit leaders with timely, data-driven insights that enhance decision-making and performance. You’ll lead budgeting and forecasting processes, conduct in-depth financial analysis, and help shape the financial strategy of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate budgeting and forecasting across departments (Sales, Marketing, HR, Finance, Production)
• Provide detailed analysis on pricing, volumes, fixed costs, and production costs
• Support month-end and year-end closings, focusing on fixed and personnel costs
• Track and validate monthly expenses and sales data
• Prepare bonus accrual analysis in collaboration with Credit Control
• Analyse pricing trends, margin evolution, and cost structures
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions
• Anticipate financial trends impacting margins and the P&L
• Actively participate in cross-functional meetings, offering insights and constructive challenge
• Share tools, training, and best practices across teams

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Proven experience in FP&A or business partnering roles
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities
• Resilience and adaptability in fast-paced environments

Why Apply?

• Join a company recognised globally for its trustworthiness and innovation
• Be part of a culture that values connection, care, and collaboration
• Contribute to a sustainability-driven mission with real-world impact
• Enjoy flexible and hybrid working arrangements tailored to support your best work

Please contact Jim Rankine if you would like to discuss this role in more detail.