Finance Business Partner

Anderson Knight are delighted to be supporting a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of their business.
Currently seeking a Finance Business Partner to join the team and play a pivotal role in bridging the finance function with operational teams, providing strategic financial insights and analysis to drive business performance.
The Finance Business Partner will combine financial expertise with a deep understanding of the organisation’s objectives, influencing decision-making, and delivering value-added financial planning and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans for assigned business areas.

• Analyse financial performance and variances against budget and forecast, providing actionable insights and recommendations.

• Develop robust financial models to support decision-making and assist with business case preparation.

• Cultivate strong relationships with operational managers, becoming their trusted advisor on all financial matters.

• Work closely with business units to identify opportunities for cost optimisation and revenue generation.

• Provide financial input and monitor performance metrics in support of strategic projects.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, highlighting key trends and areas requiring attention.

• Present complex financial data in a clear and concise manner to non-finance stakeholders.

• Contribute to the development of KPIs and dashboards to facilitate more effective performance tracking.

• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations and company policies.

• Support risk assessment and mitigation strategies within the designated business areas.

• Assist in internal and external audits by providing the necessary documentation and explanations.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations.

• Lead initiatives aimed at improving financial literacy across the organisation.

• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to provide innovative solutions.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CA, CIMA)

• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering roles.

• Strong analytical abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to interpret financial data and generate actionable insights.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.

Our client value our people and offer a collaborative, inclusive environment where you can thrive. Providing competitive salary packages, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a tangible impact on the organisation’s success.
If you’re looking to further your career in finance and are ready to make a meaningful contribution to a growing business, we would love to hear from you