Finance Business Partner - (18 Month FTC)

Safran; Burnley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aircraft engine nacelles is seeking a Finance Business Partner for an 18-month FTC role in Burnley. The successful candidate will handle budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis while supporting business unit performance reviews. A strong focus on effective communication and continuous improvement is essential in this dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexi-time scheme

33 days annual leave

10% employer pension contribution

BUPA private medical insurance

On-site catering facilities

Professional development support

Shifts finishing at 1pm on Fridays

Electric car charging points

Qualifications

• CIMA qualified or part qualified preferred.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting required.
• Effective communication skills at all levels essential.

Responsibilities

• Business Partner for assigned UAP/Business unit.
• Closure of month-end and reporting.
• Cost control and budgeting responsibilities.

Skills

Excel

Budgeting

Forecasting

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Education

CIMA qualification

Tools

SAP

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22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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About Safran Nacelles Ltd
Safran Nacelles is a worldwide leader in aircraft engine nacelles. Our products and services equip all aircraft types; regional, business, short, medium and long range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance and services. We were voted the 28rd best worldwide employer in 2022 by Forbes. Our site in Burnley provides employment to almost 700 people and we are proud to be one of the largest private sector employer in Burnley.

Our Four People Fundamentals underpin life at Safran, and our culture is built on the following principles;

*Promoting diversity and inclusion
*Developing skills and building opportunities
*Creating a trustworthy work place
*Promoting collaboration and mutual support

Why not visit our website for more information on careers at Safran
Careers At a glance | Safran (safran-group.com)

What will I be doing?
*Business Partner for assigned UAP/Business unit & Cost Centre Budget holders (including Headcount review)

*Closure of month end by Day 2 with full explanations of actuals for day 2 close out review with Business Controller

*Headcount and Salary related reporting (Actual/Budget/Forecast)

*Support/Present UAP performance in monthly COCIND meeting, driving the timely closing of actions

*Feed into Finance Business Partner Priorities Review

*Ensure timely closure of CODECO (Balance sheet) actions

*Cost Control of Site Overheads & General Expenses - monthly reviews with
Budget holders, challenging where necessary (production & Non Production cost centres) Including Headcount

*Cost of Production Reporting - by business unit

*Budgeting, Forecasting and Variance analysis - Review Cost of production performance with Business Controller for Total Site View

*Monthly KPI reporting

*Monthly Risks and opportunities assessment

*Supporting programme Managers with their monthly and annual reporting packs - Link with French Controller

*Annual Costing & weekly material validation - standard setting

*Contributing to Continuous improvement and development

Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 37 hour working week with a 1pm finish on Fridays
* Flexi-time scheme that allows you to take an additional day off every month
* 33 days annual leave
* Option to purchase an additional 5 days of annual leave
* Fantastic 10% employer pension contribution
* Contribute up to Your own pension contribution subject to tax efficient salary exchange
* 4 x life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
* BUPA private medical insurance plan
* Group income protection scheme paying 50% of your salary in the event that you are too ill to work
* Support for your continuous professional development and career development
* Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave
* On site catering facilities offering subsidised hot and cold breakfast and lunch
* Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the Company
* Corporate membership at Crow Wood Hotel & Spa to use the fitness suite, classes, pool and sauna, offering 54% discount as a gold member
* Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme offering mental health support through a confidential 24/7 helpline, access to remote GP appointments, medical second opinions and physiotherapy treatments
* Cycles to work scheme
* Discounts on your high street purchases on your purchases through vivup or lifestyle discounts platform
* Long Service awards providing you with a monetary award and additional annual leave
* Relaxed dress code on Fridays
* Safran referral scheme - refer someone for a job and you may qualify for a £1,000 reward
* Electric car charging points on site
* Enter a draw to win a Burnley Football Club hospitality match day experience
* Managers are invited to a leadership conference every 6 months
* Fully funded quarterly site team-building events

What do you need from me?
Essentials:
* Budgeting/Forecasting & Variance analysis
* Excellent Excel and PowerPoint
* Continuous Improvement mindset
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Effective time management to meet deadlines
* Ability to remain calm and focussed under pressure
* Attention to detail to deliver required standard of quality
* Flexible approach to working hours
* Self-Starter & Team Player
* Minimum part CIMA qualified

Preferable:
* Experience working as a Finance Business Partner
* SAP experience
* Experience of leading change or process improvements

What's my next step?
Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call

Diversity & Inclusion
We want Safran Nacelles to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential.

We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Nacelles an inclusive place to work.