Finance Business Partner (12 month maternity cover)The OpportunityOur successfully growing client is looking for an experienced and commercially focused Finance Business Partner to join their Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, providing maternity cover.In this key role you will provide hands-on financial support to a designated division and act as a trusted partner to operational, commercial and senior leadership teams. You will work closely with the Divisional Director, General Managers and the wider Finance team to drive performance, strengthen financial controls and deliver high-quality management information.Responsibilities will include:Producing monthly management accounts and rolling forecasts in line with company policies, accounting standards and agreed deadlinesDelivering variance and trend analysis with clear insights to support operational and commercial decisionsLeading the production of divisional budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and performance driversPreparing and managing open-book contract budgets for client review and agreementPartnering with General Managers through regular performance reviews, supporting profitability analysis, process improvements and pipeline managementProviding financial support and challenge to the Divisional Director and Commercial Manager through performance reviews and exception reportingAnalysing workstream and project profitability, and presenting findings and recommendations to key stakeholdersCompleting and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations in a timely way, resolving any issuesDriving continuous process improvement by maximising the functionality of finance systems and enhancing reportingSupporting working capital and cash flow performance by working closely with Accounts ReceivableProviding financial input, analysis and support for tenders, commercial proposals and business opportunitiesActing as the key Finance contact for operational teams, providing ongoing guidance and supportThe Candidate:Qualifications and experienceFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or commercial finance roleProven track record of producing accurate management accounts and reporting to tight deadlinesExperience working closely with operational, commercial and senior leadership teamsExperience identifying and implementing process improvements within finance and reporting functionsStrong understanding of financial controls, forecasting and budgeting processesExperience in warehousing, logistics or fulfilment environments would be advantageousSkillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial informationAdvanced Excel skills, with strong financial modelling, forecasting and reporting capabilitiesExperience using Finance/ERP systems and Microsoft OfficeExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions through high-quality insightStrong organisational and time management skills, able to manage multiple prioritiesAble to work independently, use initiative and adapt to changing business needsA positive, flexible and proactive approach with a customer-focused mindset
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