WE ARE 200 years of history and over 2,300 employees strong. WE ARE a business loaded with opportunity and career progression. WE ARE innovators, designers, makers and engineers who manufacture and provide smart, efficient, and effective building products and solutions. Through our customer relationships, diverse building product range and solutions, we enable the creation of inspirational homes, places and spaces for us all to live and work better. With eight core product categories, underpinned by expert design and technical services, we work with architects, builders, merchants and the wider construction supply chain to build the face of Britain. We are fully committed to a net zero future and continue to invest in expertise and product development to manufacture more efficiently and sustainably. We pride ourselves on leading for new, innovative and sustainable products and solutions, both for today and for a new era of building. To support our progress, we are currently recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to come and join our team at our head office in Leicestershire, Ibstock LE67 6HS. Specific Responsibilities include: Production of monthly management accounts with precise analysis and insights, including variance analysis and KPI’s Responsibility for supporting the preparation of Forecasts & Budget for all elements of P&L Supporting the control of Capital spend Participating in regular review meetings onsite with all stakeholders and budget holders to manage costs and advise on performance Variance analysis and understanding with supporting commentaries and analysis. Monthly Balance sheet reconciliations, preparation and review to identify and eliminate risk Supporting the annual statutory reporting process Provide assistance and good practice training to factories on finance and internal controls Implement and monitor financial controls across all departments/sites, and ensure adherence Respond to audit questions and requirements from Group and external auditors Partnering with operations and commercial team to drive business performance Essential Qualifications & Experience: Understanding of trading conditions Understanding of key business drivers Understanding company culture and processes Detailed understanding of accounting - Price/Margin/Cost Understanding price volume analysis Forecasting/Planning Stock/demand and supply process Financial systems and controls Internal Control environment. Inventory Management Manufacturing Experience Solid balance sheet understanding Negotiation & Influencing Self-starter with ‘can do’ attitude Initiative Strong interpersonal and Communication skills, verbal and written IT/systems - JDE, Hubble & Cognos preferable Recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) Strong Excel Skills Think you can make a difference? WE ARE your future. More details: Full time, permanent role Competitive salary Digicare Provided by Aviva 10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General 3x life insurance Share Save scheme eligibility Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members Access to high street retail discounts platform - with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc… Personal development and career progression opportunities Our commitment to diversity and inclusion? Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Ibstock Plc we are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across the Ibstock Group. Ibstock Plc are committed and passionate about building a diverse environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability or age.