Finance Business Partner

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner / Finance Analyst to join the finance team of a complex, manufacturing facility for a period of 12 months. This individual will help support effective business decision-making by working closely with budget holders and operational stakeholders, providing financial analysis, reporting and insight to support financial control and business performance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly analytical and insightful individual to gain exposure in an interesting, dynamic environment and the 37 hr per week hybrid role will be based on the outskirts of Reading and is office-based for two days a week.

Responsibilities:

• Analyse financial performance, investigating variances across expenditure categories and preparing supporting commentary on key issues, potential impacts and recovery actions.
• Build strong working relationships with budget holders and colleagues across the wider business to support effective financial management.
• Contribute financial information and cost analysis to business cases, helping inform decisions and assess potential outcomes.
• Assist with the production of historical cost analysis and benchmarking data to support specific business requirements.
• Prepare and present relevant financial reports and information for budget holder meetings and stakeholder reviews.
• Support the development and maintenance of cost breakdown information alongside other financial changes and requirements.
• Monitor actual expenditure and use financial systems to investigate data, assess performance and identify emerging trends.
• Contribute to the development, review and control of budgets and forecasts for designated business areas, including the management of changes.
• Produce cost reporting information, highlighting trends, emerging risks and areas requiring further investigation.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and service delivery, working collaboratively with local teams to implement changes that provide meaningful benefits.
• Help maintain accurate, reliable and consistent financial information by following established processes, procedures and systems.

Required:

• Relevant Finance qualification or working towards, with significant experience
• Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner / Analyst role
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement, with a willingness to share knowledge, welcome new ideas and contribute to a supportive team culture.
• A strong commitment to maintaining high standards across health, safety, security, environmental compliance and quality.