Finance Professional for Food Manufacturing Business

18 hours ago


Bedford, Bedford, United Kingdom Lantmännen Unibake Full time

Lantmännen Unibake is seeking an experienced Finance Professional to join our team as an Operations Finance Business Partner. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving business growth through effective budgeting and costing strategies.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will have a strong background in operations finance, with expertise in managing budgets and costs in a manufacturing environment. You will lead the yearly budget standard costing cycle, analyze material variance, and develop insightful financial models to support business decision-making.

We offer a competitive salary, along with an attractive benefits package, within a business that promotes autonomy, ownership, and personal development. Estimated salary: £55,000 - £75,000 per annum.

Key Accountabilities
  • Develop and implement effective budgeting and costing strategies to drive business growth
  • Analyze material variance and identify areas for improvement
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making
Skills and Qualifications
  • A degree in finance or accounting, or equivalent experience
  • Professional qualifications such as ACCA/CIMA
  • Experience in managing budgets and costs in a manufacturing environment
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills


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