Robert Half have partnered with a private equity backed, industry market leader to recruit a commercially focused Finance Business Partner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, operationally focused business with a strong commitment to sustainability and a reputation for excellence.
Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Location: Bicester - Hybrid working (1-2 days onsite per week) - (covering sites across the East of England)
Salary: Up to £55,000 + generous car allowance + annual bonus
Hybrid working | Stakeholder engagement | Qualified accountant
The successful candidate will act as a trusted business partner to operational and engineering teams across multiple sites, delivering insightful financial analysis and driving performance improvement in this relatively easy-to-understand business environment.
The Role
* Partner with operational staff and engineering managers to drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial challenge.
* Produce monthly management accounts, KPIs, budgets, forecasts and investment appraisals in line with agreed timetables.
* Monitor KPI performance and deliver detailed cost analysis on key variable costs including maintenance, disposal and consumables.
* Work closely with the management accounting team during month-end processes, with FBPs supporting the broader financial reporting cycle.
* Ensure robust financial controls, purchase order compliance and adherence to accounting standards across your designated sites.
* Identify commercial risks and opportunities, working with senior management to maximise value and mitigate risk.
* Occasional travel to sites across the East of England (limited travel due to work demands, typically 1-2 days per week in the office).
The Candidate
* Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA preferred initially, though finalists or QBE may be considered for exceptional candidates).
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business insight.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - comfortable engaging with operational teams and senior leadership.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys getting involved beyond just the numbers.
* Comfortable working autonomously while being part of a wider FBP team (6 in total).
* Previous experience in operational or manufacturing environments is advantageous.
Culture and Benefits
This is a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities for career development. You'll be joining a supportive FBP team within a private equity backed organisation that rewards performance and provides:
* Competitive salary up to £55,000.
* Generous car allowance.
* Annual performance bonus.
* Hybrid working arrangement (1-2 days per week in office, with flexibility).
* Opportunity to work across multiple sites with varied operational challenges.
* Supportive team environment with exposure to both finance and corporate finance functions.
If you're a qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant who enjoys stakeholder engagement and wants to be part of a business that values commercial insight and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
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