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Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Location: Coalville
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Salary Range: £55,000 - £60,000 + car allowance
Contract Length: 6 Months
Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite
Join Our Client's Team
Are you a finance professional with a passion for numbers and a knack for driving business performance? Our client, a leading organisation in the construction industry, is on the lookout for a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join their team for a fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategies and enhancing profitability.
What You’ll Do
As a Finance Business Partner, you will:
- Provide accurate, timely production cost and margin analysis to key stakeholders.
- Control P&L and Balance Sheets for responsible factories and trading entities.
- Deliver monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts with a high level of precision.
- Drive financial management and analysis that supports decision-making and boosts profitability.
- Collaborate with Sales, Commercial, and Operational teams to enhance performance and manage costs.
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Key Responsibilities
- Produce monthly management accounts with insightful analysis, including variance analysis and KPIs.
- Prepare forecasts and budgets for all elements of P&L and Balance Sheets.
- Conduct pricing reviews and margin analysis to ensure financial health.
- Control capital expenditure and support project appraisals.
- Facilitate monthly review meetings with stakeholders to assess performance and manage costs.
- Ensure compliance with financial controls and respond to audit inquiries effectively.
What We’re Looking For
To excel in this role, you should have:
- A recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA).
- Manufacturing experience (essential)
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- A self-starter mentality with a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A challenging/questioning approach paired with teamwork and problem-solving capabilities.
- Analytical prowess and strong Excel skills.
- A detailed understanding of price, margin, costs, forecasting, and inventory management.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (especially JDE) and Cognos reporting tools.
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What’s in it for You
- A chance to work in a thriving environment with a dedicated team.
- The opportunity to influence key business decisions and drive improvements.
- Competitive salary and the chance to develop your career in finance.
Why Join Us?
At our client’s organisation, you will be part of a collaborative and energetic team committed to excellence. Your insights will help steer the business towards greater profitability while fostering a culture of innovation and teamwork.
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of something great.
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