If you are an ambitious, commercially astute accountant looking for a role within a high growth, ambitious and dynamically led manufacturing business, this role is not to be missed!

SF Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with a long-standing group of companies in the recruitment of a Finance Business Partner for a growing area of their business. Boasting experienced and dynamic leadership, a supportive and ambitious line manager and a defined growth plan for the business over the next few years, this is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded individual who thrives in driving business performance with a view to succession planning the business entity financial controller in the mid/long term.

This group of companies are known for internally promoting and developing staff, well suited to individuals who are highly analytical, have strong career ambitions and proactive approaches to work where what you do as a commercial individual truly makes an impact on the business and business performance. 

About the role

This is a key role for the organisation, reporting into the Financial Controller who, in their short time with the business, has made a tangible impact in overseeing efficiencies and controls within the £25m business unit. This has resulted in the need for a newly created FBP role to work closely with key stakeholders and the SLT (alongside the wider finance team) to elevate the 'finance voice' within the business, acting as a key ally to department heads to enable and drive continued business growth. 

Support as a trusted ally to senior stakeholders, helping deliver key business decisions across the business unit
Partnering with various department heads and teams to drive revenue growth, challenge existing assumptions, and improve bottom line profitability
Work to deliver cost efficiency through meaningful analysis and process improvements
Leading on development of financial modelling, business forecasts and pricing strategies
Providing performance reporting, whilst presenting meaningful insights to key senior leaders across the business unit and Group
Undertaking a significant role in month end reporting and continuous improvement activities

About you

ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified (or equivalent)
Established experience in a finance role-ideally within a manufacturing or similar environment (first time movers from practice will also be welcome to apply who can demonstrate ambition and sound commercial accumen) 
Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software (Power BI/Business Central would be advantageous)
A proactive attitude to work with strong communication skills, and commercial acumen to drive positive change
Confident communicator with the ability to challenge and influence stakeholders
What's in it for you?

Salary: c.£50,000 p/a depending on experience 
Hybrid working available
A fast paced, developing and growth focussed organisation, with plenty of development opportunities within the business and group
Excellent benefits platform available to all employees 
25 days + statutory holiday as well as holiday sell opportunities (or carry over)
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Westfield Health Cash Plan & Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Care programme & Life Assurance
Long service awards & discounts 
The opportunity to play a key part in shaping a developing business and group alongside a supportive and collaborative line manager and wider leadership team

This is a key role for the organisation with opportunity to interview promptly and start asap. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please reach out to SF Recruitment directly for a confidential discussion about the role.

Click 'Apply' to express interest, at which point a specialist consultant from SF will reach out to further discuss the role prior to submission