SonicJobs Logo
Left arrow iconBack to search

Finance Business Partner

Investigo
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4SX, England

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

info
Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

info
  • An opportunity exists for a Finance Business Partner in a high-growth PE-backed business with a strong leadership team.
  • The role requires a degree in finance, economics, or a similar field, along with CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualifications, and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Key responsibilities include collaborating with FP&A and Commercial Finance teams, conducting in-depth analysis, and delivering actionable insights to drive business growth.
  • The position offers a salary of £60,000 to £70,000, along with a discretionary performance-related bonus and extensive employee benefits.
  • The work environment is hybrid, allowing for 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.

Opportunity to join a high growth PE backed business with an exceptional leadership team as Finance Business Partner. Hybrid working.

As a key member of the Finance Team, you will work closely with both the FP&A and Commercial Finance teams, delivering timely and accurate insights to drive profitable business growth. This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact strategy by supporting stakeholders with meaningful analysis.Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the FP&A Director on proactive business analysis and insight for our four trading units and central teams
  • Partner with the Commercial Finance Director to identify opportunities for operational and commercial efficiency, cost savings, and profitability maximisation
  • Produce regular (Daily, Weekly, Monthly) reporting to provide critical insights for FP&A, commercial finance, and broader stakeholders
  • Conduct post-month-end deep dives into sales, margin, and overheads, delivering not just analysis but actionable insights
  • Execute ad hoc data analysis at customer, category, and product levels to support data-driven decision-making
  • Oversee comprehensive management reporting, including monthly performance packs, individual/channel performance metrics, and pipeline reporting
  • Assist with budget and reforecast support across the group, automation of month-end processes, and the roll-out of Power BI for enhanced reporting

Candidate profile:

The ideal candidate will have the ability to analyse data at high level to make Quick Fire commercial decisions.

  • Degree in finance, economics, or mathematics (or similar field)
  • CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified or actively studying
  • Strong analytical abilities, ideally with commercial/pricing experience
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment and prioritise tasks for maximum value
  • Familiarity with ERP implementation desirable
  • Experience in wholesale, retail, or FMCG (high volume, low margin) is a plus

Package includes:

  • Discretionary company performance related bonus.
  • A high degree of Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 from home)
  • Comprehensive discount portal including gym memberships, shopping savings and days out.
  • SmartPay loan scheme - with the added bonus of no interest being applied.
  • Cycle2Work scheme.
  • Enhanced holiday entitlement - 33 days in total, including bank holidays.
  • Additional day off to celebrate your BIRTHDAY!
  • Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
  • Company Pension scheme.
  • Dental Plan.
  • Company sick pay, life assurance, and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
  • Eye test vouchers.
  • Mental health support services and a virtual GP service.

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.