Finance Business Partner

Michael Page; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company based near Weybridge is seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide financial leadership and insights. This role involves managing monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes while working closely with the management team. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and experience in a finance role within manufacturing. Competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000 plus bonus is offered.

Benefits

10% Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance-focused role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly reporting and compliance.
• Manage forecasting and budget submissions across functions.
• Evaluate and manage business unit financial performance.

Skills

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

This role partners with regional management to provide financial leadership for manufacturing and supply chain activities, maximising shareholder value. As part of the leadership team, it serves as the key finance interface, offering performance insights, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and driving accountability across the management team.

Client Details

Global manufacturing business based near Weybridge, Surrey.

Description

• Deliver accurate monthly reporting and compliance
• Support business planning cycles across manufacturing and supply chain
• Lead cost-per-unit analysis to drive efficiency and strategic planning
• Manage forecasting and budget submissions across functions
• Monitor fixed costs, drivers, and critical activities
• Partner with supply chain
• Support capital requests with financial models and business cases
• Provide financial advice on projects and business improvement initiatives
• Support working capital and cash management
• Address performance deviations and ensure accountability
• Challenge assumptions, model scenarios, and build financial awareness
• Evaluate and manage business unit financial performance
• Support enterprise risk management and resolve audit findings

Profile

A successful Finance Business Partner should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a finance-focused role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data effectively
• Proficiency in financial modelling and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

£90,000 - £110,000 + 10% Bonus