Financial Business Partner (6-Month FTC)
Location: Oundle, near Peterborough (Full-time, On-site)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Contract: 6-month Fixed-Term Contract
Exclusively Represented by Robert Half
Robert Half is proud to be exclusively partnered with a market-leading engineering and technology business based just outside Peterborough in their search for an experienced Financial Business Partner on a 6-month fixed-term contract.
This is a hands-on, fully office-based role based just outside of Peterborough - so access to your own vehicle is essential. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Business Unit General Manager with critical financial insight, while also managing a small finance and admin team.
The Role:
As the Financial Business Partner, you will be responsible for driving financial performance through robust reporting, commercial analysis, and close collaboration with operational leaders. You'll also take ownership of monthly reporting cycles, internal controls, and financial planning, whilst supporting wider business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own and deliver month-end reporting, KPIs, and management accounts
* Analyse financial data and advise the Business Unit General Manager on commercial decisions
* Support cash flow forecasting, budget setting, and cost control
* Oversee VAT, CIS and corporation tax compliance (with support from advisors)
* Conduct project reviews with Project Managers, ensuring strong financial governance
* Line manage the Assistant Finance Business Partner and wider admin team
* Ensure compliance with internal controls and Group accounting policies
What We're Looking For:
* Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
* Strong commercial acumen and analytical capability
* Experience in project accounting and cash flow management
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, manufacturing/engineering-type environment
* Skilled communicator who can present financial insight to non-financial stakeholders
* Confident user of Excel; SAP experience advantageous
* Previous team management experience
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