Senior Commercial Finance Business Partner

Valeo Foods; Wallingford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Business Partner, combining finance and strategy to drive profitability. The role is home-based with some travel, focusing on collaboration across sales and brand teams while supporting customer performance and margin opportunities. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with FMCG experience, capable of articulating complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Matched pension scheme

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Canteen accessibility

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with FMCG experience preferred.
• Ability to balance big-picture thinking with detailed analysis.
• Experience in managing and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial insight and pricing strategy.
• Collaborate with sales and brand functions.
• Support key customer relationships.

Skills

Commercial insight and pricing strategy

Business partnering

Analytical skills

Communication with non-finance stakeholders

Education

Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Job description

Company Description

At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.

But that's not all - our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.

Job Description

And now, we're looking for a Senior Commercial Finance Business Partner to help shape what comes next for our Sweets division.

This is a high-impact role, where finance meets strategy and collaboration is key. You'll work closely with commercial, sales, marketing and brand teams - getting under the skin of customer performance, market dynamics and margin opportunities, and turning insight into action.

This role can be home-based, with some travel to sites and key meetings as needed - ideal for someone who thrives on flexibility but enjoys being close to the brands and people they support.

• Leading on commercial insight and pricing strategy
• Business partnering across sales and brand functions
• Supporting big-name customer relationships and decision-making
• Bringing fresh thinking to how we grow profitably and sustainably
• Managing and developing two finance team members

Qualifications

We're looking for a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA), ideally with FMCG experience, and someone who can confidently move between big-picture thinking and detailed analysis - and still make it make sense to non-finance stakeholders.

If you love working across great brands, adding value beyond the numbers, and being part of a team that's always evolving - this could be the move you've been waiting for.

Additional Information

• Competitive Salary
• Matched pension scheme
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Canteen accessibility
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount