Senior Finance Business Partner / Operational Finance Manager | £70,000 – £75,000 + benefits (i[...]

The Accountancy Recruitment Group Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to enhance business partnering skills. The role involves influencing decision-making and managing a small team in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates should possess a CIMA qualification and have experience in finance business partnering within manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance business partnering within manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of profit and cost levers in a growth-focused business.

Responsibilities

• Developing and standardizing commercial/operational reporting.
• Cost analysis and operational KPI reviews.
• Managing a small team of junior finance business partners.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Influencing

Presentation Skills

Proactive Mindset

Education

CIMA Qualification

Job description

If you are commercially minded and looking to join a manufacturing business that will enhance your business partnering skills rather than focus on detailed month-end tasks, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

• You will join a manufacturing company that has nearly tripled its revenue over the past five years. With a current turnover of over £75m and ongoing expansion, it operates in a fast-paced, modern, and innovative FMCG manufacturing environment.
• The role emphasizes added value business partnering. You will work closely with the Head of Operations / GM and factory SLT for a thriving business unit.
• The management accounts pack preparation and balance sheet work are handled by a central team. Your role involves taking the pack into the business to influence positive change and support commercially impactful decision-making.

About the Company

It’s a great business – a subsidiary of a FTSE 250 group offering significant career progression opportunities. If you are a seasoned finance professional who enjoys the dynamic environment of manufacturing and is comfortable at site finance lead level, this role offers high involvement and rewards.

Key Projects and Responsibilities

• Developing and standardizing commercial/operational reporting
• Longer-term forecasting, capex and ROI projects
• Cost analysis and operational KPI reviews
• Working closely with the SLT, your role is vital in influencing business decisions.

Team Management

You will manage a small team of junior finance business partners based locally.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in finance business partnering within manufacturing or production environments
• Understanding of profit and cost levers in a growth-focused business
• Confident in presenting and discussing financial information with operational leadership
• Proactive mindset, eager to understand where efficiencies and optimizations are possible
• Ability to influence strategic and long-term planning, alongside managing daily tactical finance activities
• CIMA qualification or equivalent is required

How to Apply

If interested in the Senior Finance Business Partner role in Devizes, please click ‘apply now’.

Additional Information

Job Category: Accountancy & Finance

Apply Online

Contract Term: *

Attach Resume: *

No file chosen Browse

We are passionate about providing market-leading services. If you'd like to speak with a specialist consultant, we welcome the opportunity to connect.