Strategic Finance Partner

3 weeks ago


Cheltenham Trade Park, United Kingdom Hays Accountancy and Finance Full time

About the Company


Hays Accountancy & Finance is collaborating with a rapidly expanding and innovative manufacturing organization to find a proactive and results-oriented Finance Business Partner. This role is pivotal in assisting operational teams by delivering high-quality financial insights that enhance business performance.

Your Role


As a Finance Business Partner, your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Establishing strong relationships with Supply Chain, Operations, and Planning departments to collaboratively achieve financial objectives.
  • Preparing projections for Inventory and Indirect costs to facilitate the Forecasting and Budgeting processes.
  • Overseeing month-end activities to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
  • Conducting variance analysis between Actuals, Prior Year, Budget, and Forecast, including root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
  • Supporting site leadership teams by encouraging critical decision-making and contributing to monthly business reporting.
  • Maintaining cost controls and identifying areas of risk to minimize exposure.
  • Participating actively in management meetings, evaluating make vs buy decisions, and engaging in ad-hoc analysis and projects.
  • Assisting the Head of Finance in driving process improvements.

Qualifications for Success


To qualify for this role, candidates should possess:

  • Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA, or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role, showcasing independence and high personal integrity.
  • A commitment to personal development and strong communication skills to foster effective relationships at all organizational levels.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, ideally with experience in financial modeling or scenario analysis.
  • The ability to influence and challenge decisions in a dynamic work environment.
  • Experience in inventory management and a background in the manufacturing sector is advantageous but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits


This permanent Finance Business Partner position offers a competitive salary range, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • An annual bonus scheme.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Generous holiday entitlement.
  • A contributory pension scheme.
  • On-site parking and a study support package, if applicable.

Next Steps


If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV for consideration. For those seeking other career opportunities, feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion about your professional journey.



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