Strategic Financial Partner for Manufacturing Excellence

1 month ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time

A unique opportunity has arisen with a leading international manufacturing firm, specialising in precision components as the primary supplier to a prestigious global brand. This exciting role offers scope to develop into a site controller position within 18-24 months.

The organisation boasts a strong global presence and collaborates closely with industry leaders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that meet complex location-specific requirements.

This Finance Business Partner (FP&A) role will support the Group Finance Team, providing key insights, analysis, and financial modelling to inform executive decision-making. The position is integral to driving business performance and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

  • Provide essential financial support to finance controllers, focusing on productivity, demand planning, performance reporting, and KPI metrics to ensure timely, accurate data for decision-making.
  • Act as a finance business partner to operations, finance, and central FP&A teams, supporting alignment on goals, performance metrics, and strategy.
  • Identify and analyse complex business challenges, providing actionable insights and recommendations to support operational and strategic goals.
  • Engage deeply with financial data to uncover trends, patterns, and opportunities for enhanced business performance.
  • Prepare and deliver insightful presentations, framing recommendations clearly to help senior management make well-informed decisions.
  • Conduct variance analysis on forecast, budget, and prior-year costs to proactively identify areas for optimisation and growth.
  • Support investor relations by managing earnings guidance scenario modelling, preparing executive presentations, supporting Q&A sessions, and handling ad hoc analysis.

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Accountant with a strong working knowledge of accounting, financial, and operational principles. Experience within manufacturing either directly for a manufacturing business or within accountancy practice working with manufacturing clients is essential.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum.
  • Hybrid working arrangement, combining office and home working.
  • Half-day every Friday.
  • Excellent career development opportunities.
  • A great benefits package.


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