Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Business Partner to join a growing manufacturing organisation on a permanent basis in Bridgend. The Finance Business Partner - Manufacturing role is key in supporting the UK Manufacturing Operations ) and is responsible for providing clear, timely and accurate information, including insight to the leadership team, particularly the CFO and Operations lead team. The Finance Business Partner will prepare high quality financial data on a timely basis that will help drive business performance, and decision making, and where necessary develop new KPIs to help understand and improve Operations. As part of the Finance team, you will provide effective management accounting and reporting, including performing key month end activities to account accurately for aspects of Manufacturing Operations. The role will play a key role in managing / controlling overhead spend, through partnership with various operational departments, acting as a gatekeeper in relation to operational expenditure, including leading on developing the Annual Budget. Key responsibilities: Finance Business Partner to the Operations lead team Perform Month End / Periodic activities to ensure accurate reporting of manufacturing performance Drive improvements in understanding of manufacturing cost base Lead the development of regular financial reporting and analysis to the Operations leadership team Key skills / experience / competencies Qualified ACA / CIMA, ACCA or equivalent with relevant industry / manufacturing experience Experience of different manufacturing cost models (e.g. actual cost / standard costing) On offer: A salary of up to £60,000 plus pension Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.