Role: Commercial Finance Business Partner - Wholesale Channel
Location:
HARIBO Castleford (Hybrid working - 3-4 days in the office and 1-2 from home) - occasional travel may be required
Working hours:
38 hours per week
Position type:
12-month fixed-term contract
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to support our Wholesale channel and contribute to the success of HARIBO.
Reporting directly to the Head of Commercial Finance, you will work as part of a team of four, acting as a financial business partner to our Sales team. Your responsibilities will include providing insights, analysis, and guidance on core business decisions, driving profitable growth with key wholesale customers, and assisting with the transition to our new SAP system.
Key responsibilities:
* Act as a strategic financial advisor to the Wholesale Sales team, offering insights and guidance on business decisions.
* Contribute to the wholesale sales forecast in collaboration with the wider Finance team.
* Own financial appraisal of promotional and trade investment opportunities, ensuring compliance and control of corporate spend.
* Quantify the impact of strategic decisions, challenge assumptions using data, and provide scenario analysis.
* Ensure sales and trade investments are correctly set up on SAP and that reporting outputs are robust and understood.
Essential skills and experience:
* Qualified Accountant with experience in commercial accounts, preferably within UK wholesale industry.
* Proficiency in Excel, capable of handling large data volumes accurately.
* Excellent communication skills, confident speaking to all levels within the business.
* Positive, flexible attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* System knowledge: Movex/M3 and SAP experience is desirable.
* German language skills are a plus but not essential.
Benefits:
* 36 days holiday including bank holidays
* Private medical insurance
* Market-leading life assurance
* Up to 6% pension matched by HARIBO
* Company mobile phone
* 20% store discount
* Free onsite parking
* Supportive induction period
If you're excited about this opportunity to develop your career with HARIBO, apply today and join our sweet team!
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