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Our well established retail client who is located in Leighton Buzzard are excited about their growth and are looking to bring on a Finance Manager to support an experienced Finance Director. This is an excellent opportunity to work a broad role that covers everything from Management Accounts to Budgeting and Forecasting.
Client Details
Our client, a well-established Retail manufacturer with an impressive growth trajectory, is seeking a commercially astute Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team in Leighton Buzzard. The successful candidate will take ownership of the financial operations while partnering with key stakeholders to drive business performance and strategic decision-making.
Description
Key Responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner:
- Lead the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
- Manage a team of 3 finance professionals, providing mentorship and development
- Partner with operational managers to analyse performance and identify improvement opportunities
- Oversee cash flow management and forecasting
- Drive the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasts
- Develop and maintain robust financial controls and procedures
- Prepare board reports and presentations for senior leadership
Profile
Required Skills and Experience of the Finance Business Partner:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post-qualification experience
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
- Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills
- Advanced Excel and ERP system knowledge
- Experience managing and developing teams
- Excellent stakeholder management abilities
The ideal Personal Attributes:
- Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Natural communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Resilient and adaptable to change
- Ability to influence at all levels
- Strong attention to detail whilst maintaining strategic perspective
- Commutable to Leighton Buzzard
Job Offer
- Based in Leighton Buzzard
- Paying up to £50k
- Growing business with a 5 year Plan of Growth
- Hybrid
