Finance Business Partner
1 week ago
Your new company
Our client is an international business that supports U. customers through their service locations and authorised dealer networks. They offer aftermarket support for various products, focusing on sectors like automotive, agriculture, construction, marine, mining, rail, and power generation.
Your new role
They are currently seeking a Finance Business Partner for their manufacturing accounting team in Northamptonshire. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, variance analysis, and financial reporting. The role involves working with the Business Unit Controller to ensure consistent accounting practices and participating in the leadership team. Responsibilities will include: Oversee quarterly forecasting and Annual Operating Plan for the region.
Provide strategic financial analysis to drive decisions and identify profitability improvements.
Lead regional financial reviews and P&L variance analysis.
Conduct analysis for capital projects.
Manage accounting practices for consistency and compliance.
Forecast logistics costs and inventory to improve efficiency.
Mentor and coach the finance team, ensuring alignment and succession planning.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential qualifications include being CIMA (CGMA), ACCA, or ACA qualified, with significant experience in strategy, management, and budgeting within a large manufacturing or distribution environment. To succeed in this role, you need strong analytical and financial reporting skills, including experience in forecast planning, management and cost accounting, variance analysis, and decision-making. You should be an effective business partner, balancing stakeholder needs, and possess excellent communication skills to work closely with leaders and persuade others. Proficiency in SAP or other financial systems like Oracle or Movex is essential. You must be adept at managing conflicts and navigating complex situations while aligning with organisational goals. A deep understanding of business and market dynamics is crucial.
What you'll get in return
Our client offers a competitive benefit package with the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis (2 days per week ordinarily, more expected in the first few months). Employees enjoy a range of benefits, including a defined contribution pension scheme with up to 9% company contributions, an annual bonus plan targeting 12% based on company performance, and private medical insurance. Additional perks include a health cash plan for medical, optical, and dental costs, health screening, life assurance, 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, and an employee discount scheme covering hundreds of retailers. Family-friendly policies are also in place to support employees.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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