Your new company Seeking a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join the manufacturing operations team within a fast-paced organisation, driving strategic decision-making and financial performance across the business. Your new role This role will act as a key liaison between finance and operational teams, providing insightful analysis, forecasting, and budgeting support to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and profitability. You'll work closely with plant managers, supply chain, and commercial leads to translate financial data into actionable plans, identify risks and opportunities, and support investment decisions that align with long-term business goals. You will support the business in providing management information which improves the profitability of your portfolio and the business in general. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong experience in manufacturing or industrial sectors, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You'll bring a hands-on approach to financial modelling, variance analysis, and performance tracking, with an understanding of cost accounting and operational KPIs. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving value through collaboration and financial insight. The role will initially start as office-based, moving to more of a hybrid work arrangements in time. What you'll get in return An opportunity to take on a high-impact role in a business going through change with a modern working environment and strong benefits. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk