Our client is a leading organisation with a strong reputation for delivering tailored solutions to its clients, this company places a high value on safety, quality, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence. With a diverse workforce and a commitment to modern systems and continuous improvement, the organisation supports its business units through technical expertise, training, and consultancy. The company is recognised for providing trusted, high-quality services to a broad range of clients.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the management reporting function of one or more business units. As Finance Business Partner, you will act as a trusted adviser to, and work closely with, the Business Unit Head, providing accurate, relevant, reliable, timely, and consistent financial and non-financial information to support decision making. You will also be responsible for driving periodic forecasts and annual budgets to support long-term strategic planning. The role involves leading improvements in financial management and decision making, and influencing the development of strong, effective controls and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with Business Unit Head(s) and other key stakeholders to improve their financial understanding.
* Serve as a trusted adviser on financial matters, driving stakeholder engagement to ensure successful financial strategy and operational efficiency.
* Identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver insightful analysis.
* Review monthly management accounts for all companies within the assigned business unit.
* Prepare monthly business unit reports and analysis for the Business Unit Head and senior management.
* Prepare periodic cashflow projections.
* Work with the Business Unit Head to produce annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
* Continuously improve finance processes and develop and implement new processes where appropriate.
* Review quarterly submission of accounts to the parent company (if applicable).
* Manage and support finance staff, including annual appraisals.
* Assist with the external audit process.
* Ensure compliance within the team for company working instructions and agreed policies and procedures.
* Identify process improvements and efficiencies.
* Assist senior management with ad hoc requests, projects, reports, and research.
Candidate Requirements
* Professional accountancy qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CA, ACA).
* Previous experience in a demanding corporate role, with oversight of multiple companies and proven experience in team leadership.
* Proven experience in a business partnering role with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
* Experience running and performing budgeting or forecasting processes.
* Excellent analytical ability with strong attention to detail.
* Understanding of financial regulation and legislation.
* Management and leadership experience.
* Good time management skills, ability to prioritise workload, and ability to work to strict reporting deadlines.
* Commercial and business awareness.
* High numeracy and technical skills.
* Advanced MS Excel skills.