Finance Business Partner - Procurement

Leyland Trucks Ltd; Leyland; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension plan

Learning & development

Professional qualifications support

Autonomy in role

Job summary

Leyland Trucks Ltd in Leyland, Lancashire, part of PACCAR, is seeking a commercially minded accountant to join the finance team as a procurement finance business partner. The role supports Purchasing to optimise product cost and provide insightful forecast analysis.

You will partner with supply chain functions to drive cost improvements, forecast PPVs, and ensure consistent reporting across the global organisation.

Qualifications

• Accounting qualification and degree (Essential)
• A good knowledge and understanding of Finance function with a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a Finance related role (Essential)
• High level of commercial, analytical and numeric skills with good attention to detail (Essential)
• Strong influencing skills, ability to compile robust business cases (Essential)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities (Essential)
• Good verbal and written communications skills (Essential)Advanced Microsoft Office and Oracle Skills (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Business partner the supply chain functions within the business to meet performance targets and drive improvements in process efficiency and cost
• Forecasting and reporting of purchase price variances (PPV), with associated reconciliation and analysis
• Work with the global organization to ensure consistency of reporting and forecast assumptions across the supply base
• Continuous development of processes, controls and use of technology in order to improve efficiency and relevance of activities around material purchase pricing.
• Drive compliance and supply chain sustainability reporting.
• Responsibility for other ad hoc reporting requirements and support to wider Finance team as required

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical thinking

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leyland, Lancashire | £45,000 - £58,000 + Excellent Benefits

Drive Performance. Lead Change. Shape the Future.

Leyland Trucks, part of PACCAR, is seeking a commercial focused accountant to join our high-performing finance team based in Leyland, with specific responsibilities to support the purchasing function and procurement activities in the business.

About Us

As part of PACCAR, a global leader in the design and manufacture of premium trucks, Leyland Trucks is one of Britain's most respected and innovative manufacturing businesses.

Why Join Leyland Trucks?

At Leyland Trucks, you'll be joining an organisation that values innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.

We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive culture where your ideas matter
• Opportunities to lead improvement projects that make a real business impact
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Exposure to a wide range of operational and logistics challenges
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised manufacturing organisation

The Opportunity

As the procurement finance business partner, you’ll partner with the Purchasing organisation to support optimized product cost, continuous improvements and provide insightful analysis on forecasted cost movements.

Key Responsibilities

• Business partner the supply chain functions within the business to meet performance targets and drive improvements in process efficiency and cost
• Forecasting and reporting of purchase price variances (PPV), with associated reconciliation and analysis
• Work with the global organization to ensure consistency of reporting and forecast assumptions across the supply base
• Continuous development of processes, controls and use of technology in order to improve efficiency and relevance of activities around material purchase pricing.
• Drive compliance and supply chain sustainability reporting.
• Responsibility for other ad hoc reporting requirements and support to wider Finance team as required

About You

• Accounting qualification and degree (Essential)
• A good knowledge and understanding of Finance function with a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a Finance related role (Essential)
• High level of commercial, analytical and numeric skills with good attention to detail (Essential)
• Strong influencing skills, ability to compile robust business cases (Essential)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities (Essential)
• Good verbal and written communications skills (Essential)Advanced Microsoft Office and Oracle Skills (desirable)

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Leyland Trucks, we believe diverse teams build stronger businesses. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and develop their careers. We are proud supporters of the PACCAR Women's Association and actively promote greater diversity across our workforce and the wider industry.

In addition to a competitive salary of £45,000-£58,000, depending on experience, you'll receive:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Aviva Defined Contribution Master Trust Pension
• Extensive learning, development and training opportunities
• Support for professional qualifications and career advancement
• A professional, innovative and safe working environment with significant responsibility and autonomy