Finance Business Partner

Ipsum Utilities Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities company in the UK is seeking a Finance Business Partner to collaborate with the Divisional Finance Director on high-quality management information and financial reports. In this full-time permanent role, you will manage working capital, partner with the leadership team, and support divisional projects. Candidates must be fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA professionals with strong analytical skills and a forward-thinking approach. The role offers a hybrid working model and numerous perks including a car allowance and a comprehensive pension plan.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Hybrid working

Car Allowance

Career development opportunities

24/7 access to virtual GP

Life assurance cover

Paid volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of cashflow and working capital management.
• Ability to collaborate with various teams for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver relevant management information to senior leadership.
• Manage working capital and cashflow preparation.
• Oversee payroll processes for finance sign-off.

Skills

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Education

Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA

Job description

Finance Business Partner

Location: Haydock – with travel to other sites

Employment type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Depending on experience plus Car Allowance

What’s in it for you

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Hybrid working
• Car Allowance
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

As Finance Business Partner, you’ll work closely with the Divisional Finance Director to deliver high-quality Management Information (MI) and commercial insight that supports strategic decision‑making. You’ll play a key role in preparing accurate financial data, maintaining strong controls, and ensuring tight management of working capital—contributing directly to both divisional success and wider group investment. This is a highly visible role, partnering with the MD and senior leadership team to drive performance through clear, actionable financial reporting.

This is a full‑time permanent role and will be mostly based from our office in Haydock, with occasional travel to Leicester.

As a Finance Business Partner, you will

• Partner with the local MD and senior leadership team to deliver relevant management information
• Collaborate with finance and commercial teams across the group to ensure control compliance
• Manage working capital, including cashflow preparation, WIP control, and billing process improvements
• Maintain key tax control accounts and oversee payroll processes for finance sign‑off
• Lead and support divisional projects, such as system integrations and acquisition activity
• Ensure best practice controls are followed and continuously improved
• Liaise with external auditors during the annual audit process
• Act as a senior leader within the division, mentoring and supporting junior team members

About you

We’re looking for a fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA professional with a sharp analytical mind and a forward‑thinking approach to data. You have a genuine interest in the commercial side of finance and enjoy using your creativity to solve problems and add value. Building strong relationships comes naturally to you, and you know how to influence and gain buy‑in from stakeholders at all levels.

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Next steps

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!