Finance Business Partner

Signet Resources; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Signet Resources Ltd. in Reading, UK is seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join a high-calibre finance team. The role is hybrid and focused on turning financial data into strategic insights, driving profitability and growth across the business.

You will partner with operational leaders, shape budgeting and forecasting, and present robust analyses to senior leaders. This is a high-visibility role with strong stakeholder engagement and opportunities to influence

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance or FP&A role.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities.
• Ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Commercially curious with proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting and planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational and commercial leaders to support strategic and day-to-day decision making.
• Deliver insightful analysis on performance, profitability, trends and KPIs.
• Challenge and support stakeholders to improve commercial outcomes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes.
• Develop financial models to support business cases and strategic initiatives.
• Identify risks and opportunities, providing proactive recommendations.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership teams.
• Support month-end performance reviews and board reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, reporting and analysis.
• Act as a liaison between Finance and the wider business.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Business Partner

Location: Reading - Hybrid
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Shape the Future of a High-Growth Business

Business Overview

We're partnering with an ambitious, market-leading Consumer organisation seeking a commercially astute Finance Business Partner to join its high-calibre finance team.

This is far more than a traditional finance role. You'll act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing insight, challenge and strategic support that directly influences business performance and decision-making.

With extensive exposure across the organisation and regular interaction with senior leadership, this role offers a genuine platform for an ambitious finance professional looking to elevate their impact and visibility within a dynamic business environment.

The Opportunity

As Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with operational and commercial leaders to understand performance drivers, identify opportunities for growth, and ensure strategic decisions are supported by robust financial analysis.

You'll translate complex financial information into meaningful commercial insights, helping leaders make informed decisions that drive profitability, efficiency and sustainable growth.

This is a highly visible role, with significant stakeholder engagement across multiple business functions and direct exposure to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with operational and commercial leaders to support strategic and day-to-day decision making.
• Deliver insightful analysis on business performance, profitability, trends and key KPIs.
• Challenge and support stakeholders to improve commercial outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes.
• Develop financial models to support investment appraisals, business cases and strategic initiatives.
• Identify risks and opportunities, providing proactive recommendations to maximise performance.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership teams.
• Support month-end performance reviews and board-level reporting activities.
• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, reporting and analysis.
• Act as a key liaison between Finance and the wider business, building strong and credible relationships.

About You

We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who combines strong financial acumen with exceptional stakeholder management skills.

You'll be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and confident engaging with senior leaders across the business.

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance or FP&A role.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities.
• Ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Commercially curious with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with reporting and planning tools.
• Experience operating within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

Why Join?

• Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership.
• Opportunity to influence strategic decision making.
• Broad remit spanning commercial, operational and financial performance.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package.