Nichols
Senior Finance Business Partner
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Senior Finance Business Partner
Newton-le-Willows (hybrid)
We're Nichols - the home of Vimto, and there is no other business quite like ours!
We have been making life taste better since 1908. Every day here is bursting with flavour – from the loved brands we’re proud to share with the world, to the energy, ambition and innovative ideas that fizz through our teams.
As well as our refreshingly different Vimto taste, our varied brand portfolio spans the still, carbonated, post-mix and frozen drinks categories – so you will find us in your local supermarket, pub and leisure outlet. We also work with the UK’s leading food manufacturers to provide a truly unique range of products that everyone loves.
At the heart of everything is our rich family heritage, an unrelenting ambition to keep innovating, and a true pride in who we are. This is a place where you can be yourself, speak up, and get stuck in. We celebrate the wins, cheer each other on and keep things fizzing with positivity. From leaders who listen to teammates who’ve always got your back, its work that feels as good as it tastes!
We take a refreshingly agile approach to how we work, combining the energy of being together in the office with the flexibility of working from home. You’ll be office-based three days a week, with core hours designed to help you balance work and home life.
Nichols is where serious fun meets real opportunities – and where work tastes better.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Senior Finance Business Partner will act as a strategic advisor to their aligned business unit, providing financial insights and analysis to drive performance and support decision-making. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with business goals.
THE ROLE WILL INCLUDE:
- Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with business unit leaders to understand their commercial and operational needs and provide financial guidance that supports strategic initiatives and business growth.
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Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and profitability assessments to inform business decisions. Ensure clarity of understanding on where and how the business unit creates value and how that value might be enhanced.
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Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting process for the UK Packaged business unit, providing insights and recommendations. Co-ordinate quarterly forecasts ensuring risk and opportunities are challenged, quantified, and managed.
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Performance Monitoring: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business unit performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, summarizing insights and recommendations for business units.
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Cost Management: Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies, working with departments to implement financial controls and best practices.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with various teams (e.g., operations, marketing, and sales) to ensure financial alignment and support for business initiatives.
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Project Support: Provide financial analysis and support for key projects, including investment appraisals and business case development.
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Risk Management: Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
ABOUT YOU…
To make a splash in this role you will bring….
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Proven experience in finance, with a focus on business partnering, financial analysis, or corporate finance.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
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Proficiency in financial modelling and advanced Excel skills; experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
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Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
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Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Collaborative and relationship-driven, with strong interpersonal skills.
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Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and integrity.
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Hands-on attitude with a natural curiosity to learn.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US:
No matter where you work in our business you will be entitled to a range of amazing benefits, here is a snapshot of what we can offer you:
- 25 days holiday (with opportunity to buy extra every year)
- Annual Bonus
- Save as you Earn Share Scheme
- Option to join our private medical cover scheme
- Enhanced Primary Carers leave and sick pay
AND LET’S NOT FORGET THE PERKS…
We are also proud to offer:
- Holiday home stay
- Your birthday off work
- Free on site parking
- 1 day a year off work to volunteer in the community (you choose when and where)
- Help yourself to our drinks when at one of our sites
- Staff shop with discounts on our products
Apply now if you want a taste of a new career and join Nichols - Where work tastes better.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe diverse teams perform at their best, and we welcome people with different backgrounds, life experiences, perspectives and ways of thinking.
Our standard recruitment process for short-listed candidates typically includes an initial call with our Talent Advisor, followed by a first stage interview via Microsoft Teams and second stage interviews face to face. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process please feel free to contact us.
Any job offer is subject to an individual’s Right to Work in the UK.
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas.
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