Head of Business Finance
Location: Nocton, Lincolnshire
Salary: £75,000 per annum plus 9% bonus
An exciting senior leadership opportunity for a commercially driven finance professional to help shape and influence strategic performance. As Head of Business Finance, you will act as a key member of the Finance Leadership Team and a trusted partner to the wider business. You'll lead a high-performing Business Finance function, drive growth through financial insight, and champion a culture of value creation and performance excellence.
Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Business Partnering
* Lead the Business Finance team and embed a strong business partnering culture.
* Partner with business unit (BU) leaders, providing financial insight and strategic guidance.
* Deliver accurate financial planning across budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
* Enhance financial capability across business units.
* Lead monthly Business Performance Review (BPR) meetings.
2. Financial Planning & Performance
* Translate business strategy into actionable financial plans.
* Lead the tracking and analysis of performance, revenue, cost, and profitability.
* Deliver business case analysis and commercial decision support.
* Maintain and improve the quality and relevance of KPIs.
3. Investment & Commercial Support
* Assess the financial viability of investment proposals and business cases.
* Collaborate with BUs and FP&A to ensure alignment with strategy.
* Develop robust models to support investment and business decisions.
4. Reporting & Insight
* Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financials and KPIs.
* Produce and continuously improve BPR packs with actionable insights.
* Evolve reporting methods to drive performance-focused conversations.
* Present clear, concise financial reports to senior stakeholders.
5. Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO, leadership, and BU heads.
* Align with FP&A and Controlling teams on budget and forecast cycles.
* Support non-finance leaders in managing budgets and making data-driven decisions.
* Communicate financial insights effectively at all levels.
6. Process & Systems Improvement
* Lead process optimisation initiatives across reporting and forecasting.
* Implement tools to enhance financial analytics and automation.
* Front-load financial processes to drive year-round value creation.
* Apply best practices and innovative approaches in finance.
7. Team Leadership & Development
* Manage and mentor a high-performing Business Finance team.
* Set clear goals, conduct regular 1:1s, and foster a collaborative team culture.
* Promote continuous learning, accountability, and excellence in delivery.
Person SpecificationEssential
* Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* Minimum 8 years in senior commercial finance
* Strong experience influencing senior and non-finance stakeholders
* Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
* Commercial mindset with a growth orientation
Desirable
* ERP knowledge (e.g. SAP, NetSuite, Sage Intacct)
* Familiarity with FP&A tools (e.g. Anaplan, Adaptive Insights)
* Experience with Power BI or Tableau
* Background in food/agriculture industries
Key Skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
* Effective communicator – written, visual, and verbal
* Ability to simplify complexity and drive commercial impact
* Curious, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
* Collaborative leader with high standards and strong integrity
Benefits
* £75,000 salary
* 24 days holiday + bank holidays
* Life assurance
* Pension scheme
* Enhanced family-friendly policies
* Payroll giving (Give as You Earn)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free annual flu jab & eye test
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Product discounts
* Organised staff events
* Free on-site parking
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Lincoln LN4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Salary Expectations?
Experience:
* head of finance: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person