Finance Business Partner

Michael Page; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to partner with senior stakeholders, support monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis to drive business performance.

The role requires IFRS 15 knowledge, strong Excel, ERP and Power BI familiarity, and the ability to influence across functions. Hybrid working in the UK; newly qualified or studying ACCA/CIMA/ACA.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or actively studying ACCA/CIMA/ACA.
• Experience in business partnering, management accounting or financial analysis.
• Understanding budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.
• Strong Excel and ERP/BI familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to designated areas and stakeholders.
• Support monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentary.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities with clear assumptions and risks.
• Provide financial analysis to support decision-making and performance.
• Identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Ensure IFRS 15 knowledge and revenue reporting accuracy.
• Support cash flow and working capital through stakeholder engagement.
• Drive improvements in reporting, controls, systems, and processes.
• Present financial information clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Management reporting

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA in progress

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making, and driving business performance.

Client Details

We are recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to join a growing and highly successful organisation.

Description

• Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to designated business areas, building strong relationships with operational and commercial stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of monthly management accounts, including performance reporting, variance analysis, and insightful commentary.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, clearly communicating assumptions, risks, opportunities, and key financial drivers.
• Provide meaningful financial analysis and challenge to support decision-making and improve business performance.
• Work closely with operational leaders to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and profitability improvements.
• Apply a strong understanding of IFRS 15 and revenue recognition principles, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with internal policies.
• Support cash flow and working capital performance through effective financial management and stakeholder engagement.
• Drive continuous improvement across reporting, controls, systems, and finance processes.
• Present financial information clearly and confidently to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Profile

• Newly qualified or actively studying towards ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or an equivalent professional accountancy qualification.
• Previous experience within business partnering, management accounting, financial analysis, or a commercially focused finance role.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and performance analysis.
• Working knowledge of IFRS 15, revenue recognition, and project accounting principles.
• A confident communicator who can build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to challenge constructively and translate financial information into clear business insight.
• Advanced Excel capability with strong systems aptitude.
• Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools such as Power BI would be beneficial.
• Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.

Job Offer

• Permanent Finance Business Partner position.
• Hybrid working.
• Salary of 50,000 to 55,000, dependent on the level of experience.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.