Finance Business Partner

Alexander Daniels are exclusively recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to join a high-growth organisation in the West Midlands. You will provide high-quality financial information and commercial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making. You will take ownership of the management accounting function, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive performance, budgeting, forecasting and financial control across the business. This role is 5 days a week onsite.

Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reporting. Provide timely variance analysis with clear commentary for senior stakeholders. Produce regular margin analysis and key performance indicators to support business performance reviews. Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting cycles. Prepare and maintain regular cashflow forecasts.

Work closely with budget holders to challenge assumptions and align financial plans with business strategy. Commercial Business Partnering Act as a finance business partner to non-finance teams to influence performance and improve outcomes. Support cost control, margin improvement and operational efficiency initiatives. Lead regular performance review meetings with operational management. Financial Control & Compliance Ensure robust financial controls across key processes, including month-end close and reconciliations.

Monitor overheads and investigate significant variances. Support statutory audit processes and compliance with relevant accounting standards. Prepare indirect tax returns accurately and on time. Process Improvement Contribute to the development of financial systems and the use of automated reporting tools. Identify opportunities to improve reporting quality and workflow efficiency. Drive continuous improvement in financial discipline and data accuracy. Person Specification Essential:
Qualified accountant (e.g. CIMA, ACCA or ACA). Strong management accounting experience within an SME or commercial environment. Excellent commercial awareness with strong analytical, Excel and reporting skills. Confident communicator, able to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders. Proactive, enthusiastic self-starter with a desire to develop and grow with the business. Desirable:

Experience with in a service-led or operationally focused environment. Why Join A key role supporting the ongoing development of the finance function within a growing organisation. Direct exposure to senior leadership and commercial decision-making. Opportunities for professional development and influence over business strategy. £50,000 - £60,000 DOE