Senior Finance Business Partner Operations

TN United Kingdom; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to drive financial insights and support operational teams. This role involves managing financial performance reporting, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing financial understanding linked to business strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management within a manufacturing context, showcasing strong analytical skills and the ability to build relationships across functions. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans and generous holidays.

Benefits

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

Bonus

28 Days Holiday

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualified experience in finance roles.
• Strong manufacturing and operational reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage Ops Finance Team and provide insights for decision-making.
• Prepare forecasts, budgets, and analyze financial performance.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Effective time management

Interpersonal skills

Financial modeling

Presentation skills

Continuous improvement mentality

Education

Post-qualified experience in finance

Tools

ERP systems

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Senior Finance Business Partner Operations, Barnsley

Location: Barnsley, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e75df2756f34

Job Views: 15

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

We heard you knock!

Masonite, now part of Owens Corning, is a global leader in building and construction materials, committed to sustainability through innovation. With over 25,000 employees across 31 countries, we focus on durable, energy-efficient solutions in Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning posted $9.7 billion in sales in 2023. Visit www.owenscorning.com for more information.

Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner Operations

Purpose of the Role:

We are recruiting a Senior Finance Business Partner to support the Interior Operations Finance Team, providing insights and support to leadership and operational teams. The role involves delivering accurate financial performance information, analysis, and promoting effective financial management to enable business success.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage one member of the Ops Finance Team.
• Partner with senior non-financial stakeholders, analyzing financial and KPI reports to provide insights that influence decision-making.
• Collaborate with operational managers to challenge variances and improve efficiencies.
• Lead in preparing monthly, quarterly forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Communicate with cost centre heads to analyze actuals and forecasts.
• Monitor management account packs, focusing on profitability and performance.
• Enhance financial reporting understanding by linking financials to business strategy.
• Ensure timely, quality reporting with proper controls and reconciliations.
• Develop reporting inputs with local Finance Teams for a comprehensive finance service.
• Conduct ad hoc investigations, reports, capital proposals, and financial strategies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• At least five years of post-qualified experience in relevant roles.
• Strong manufacturing and operational reporting experience.
• Analytical background with understanding of financial management, controls, and governance.
• Proven relationship-building skills across functions.
• Experience with standard costing systems, variance analysis, and ERP updates.

Skills & Attributes:

• Advanced Excel skills for large data analysis.
• Analytical mindset for interpreting data and providing insights.
• Effective time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to prepare detailed financial models for decision-making.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills.
• Desire to engage with the business beyond spreadsheets.
• Continuous improvement mentality and change-driving ability.

Benefits include Westfield Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Long Service Awards, Bonus, 28 Days Holiday, and more.

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