Finance Business Partner

About the company

This is a great opportunity to join a leading business where you can build strong relationships, influence decisions and contribute to improved financial and operational performance.

Your tasks

Are you a commercially focused finance professional looking to make a real impact? We are recruiting for a Finance Business Partner / Management Accountant to join a dynamic and diverse business based in Ellesmere Port on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with budget holders and senior stakeholders, providing the financial insight, support and constructive challenge needed to drive performance and informed decision-making.

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts for a portfolio of business areas, supporting the overall financial reporting process.
• Provide detailed analysis of financial performance, including variance reporting, risks and opportunities.
• Support the preparation of budgets, financial plans and rolling forecasts.
• Build strong relationships with department heads, budget holders and other key stakeholders.
• Lead regular performance review meetings, communicating financial results and forecasts clearly.
• Provide commercially focused advice and constructive challenge to support decision-making and improve performance.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and value for money.
• Support finance projects and contribute to the development of financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

What we’re looking for

• Part-qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA, or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Experience of partnering with operational managers and providing financial support and challenge.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel skills and a keen eye for detail.
• A proactive approach to improving processes and identifying efficiencies.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to support and challenge stakeholders at all levels.

What we offer

What’s on offer?

• 12-month fixed-term contract with time for a thorough handover
• Hybrid working with flexibility to balance office and remote working
• Flexi-time to support work-life balance
• Modern offices
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Extensive company benefits

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Work from home

How to apply

To find out more or apply, please contact Dan Jones at Hamilton Jones Consulting or submit your CV through Indeed.

Other

Ellesmere Port | 12-month fixed-term contract | Hybrid working

The position is maternity cover, with time for a thorough handover.