Senior Finance Business Partner (UK & IRE)

SF Recruitment are pleased to be exclusively partnered with a leading, high growth construction & manufacturing business based in Burton-on-Trent in the appointment of a highly commercial Senior Finance Business Partner vacancy. A global leader in their market, this is an exciting, people focussed business with scope for growth within the role and the wider organisation.  Please note that some occasional travel to the Ireland plant will be required for this role for approx. 3 days per month. As the pivotal ally to the UK & Ireland Managing Director responsible for revenues in excess of €100m, you will play a key part in driving business decisions and shaping commercial strategies whilst overseeing the Site/Plant Controller, taking full P&L ownership for the business area. A key element of your role will involve collaboration with key stakeholders to identify growth opportunities, undertaking financial analysis, and playing a key part in driving the overall commercial performance of the business. About your role: Deliver ongoing financial insights and analysis to support decision-making, providing commercial profitability and effective management of business overheads Analysis and communication of potential financial opportunities and risks, delivering timely and accurate reporting for transparent decision-making Working closely with key commercial stakeholders in the preparation and execution of action plans to sustainably improve UK business performance, both short and medium term Actively participate in sales and operational planning processes, providing key financial analysis and challenging outcomes to drive better results Manage financial aspects of rebates and credit management, working closely with shared services and the wider Group finance team Monitor, challenge and drive commercial performance, undertaking ad-hoc financial analysis and advising on key negotiations for material decisions Jointly hold accountability for managing Recurring Free Cash Flow alongside other stakeholders, ensuring business objectives alignment. Prepare management information in alignment with all stakeholders, ensuring that decisions are undertaken as a result of accurate, timely, and relevant financial information Act as the key contact for external auditors, Shared Service Centres, and Internal Controls Drive continuous improvement by maintaining a network of peers, sharing best practices, and enhancing the commercial controlling process Deliver presentations of key financial data in a clear and concise manner to both internal and external stakeholders Line management of the Site Controller in Ireland About you: You will be an ambitious, experienced senior Business Partner, ideally with a full accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) however suitably experienced QBE or part-qualified applicants are welcome to apply. You will have a proven track record ideally within an international, multi-cultural group structure, with strong financial analysis, forecasting, and business acumen skill-sets, confident at operating at and presenting into c-suite stakeholders (CEO/CFO etc). You will be a competent user of ERP/BI systems (SAP would be highly advantageous), and take a pragmatic, outcome-driven approach to your role driven by analytical decision making, with a proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive continuous improvement whilst demonstrating strong business intuition and service-oriented mindset, with the ability to challenge and drive performance. The ideal candidate will be available to start on a 1 month notice or less however this is non-essential.  What's in it for you?: This organisation are well known for both their sustainable approach to business and their people-centric, collaborative and forward-thinking approach to their employees. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and growing global organisation who promote from within. Salary – up to £80,000 depending on qualification and experience 15% bonus Car allowance £7,200 p/a 25 days holiday + statutory entitlement Hybrid working – 2 to 3 days p/w in office Flexible working – available and can be discussed at interview to jointly suit you and the business Pension – 3% employee, 6% employer contribution An excellent opportunity to join a growing business with enviable product demand and a chance to make a direct impact on future profitability and shaping of the business This is a key appointment which will interview promptly for suitably experienced candidates. Please get in touch with AJ Blyth at SF Recruitment on (phone number removed) for more information. NB: clicking apply does not guarantee application submission – a conversation with our specialist consultant is essential for submission to this position. Please note that full, permanent right to work in the UK is essential as Visa sponsorship cannot be provided