Finance Business Partner- Supply in Harrogate

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join the Taylors of Harrogate Finance team on a fixed term basis until the end of June 2027 covering an internal secondment. This role will support our Supply function at Taylors of Harrogate. In this role, you will develop a deep understanding of our cost of sales and raw materials, producing insightful reporting and partnering closely with Supply colleagues to drive improved performance. You will also play a key role in developing systems, reporting and processes that enhance efficiency and provide high-quality information to the business. This position is central to supporting both the Supply team and the wider Finance function with data, analysis and guidance relating to cost of sales.

About You

You are someone who enjoys getting into the detail and analysing complex information. You are confident working with ambiguity and collaborating across multiple functions to develop solutions. You communicate financial performance clearly, tailoring your message to colleagues with varying levels of financial knowledge.

You would bring:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand complex processes.
• Confidence working with incomplete information and navigating cross‐functional challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to highlight key messages effectively.
• Initiative, accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to influence others and drive continuous improvement.

Want to know more about the key accountabilities?

• Develop and enhance reporting, systems and processes in partnership with systems colleagues, including embedding standard costing.
• Provide regular variance analysis to Supply teams, supporting understanding of performance and identifying corrective actions where needed.
• Produce accurate month‐end variance analysis, raw material stock analysis and control accounts, including investigation and resolution of discrepancies.
• Review and interpret General Ledger transactions for raw materials and packaging, ensuring correct treatment of write‐offs.
• Own and maintain oversight of raw materials stock positions, preparing relevant commentary.
• Ensure robust processes and appropriate accounting treatments are applied across the business.
• Support annual audit processes and contribute to monthly/quarterly Supply KPIs.
• Provide data to Group for forecasting needs including foreign exchange and insurance.
• Work closely with Operations colleagues to forecast external capacity requirements.

What we offer you

As a minimum, all our employees receive free meals, drinks and snacks while at work, a discretionary quarterly profit‐share bonus, holiday allowance with the option to buy and (in some cases) sell additional days, company‐wide employee discounts, access to our health cash plan, wellbeing support, company funded counselling, and enrolment in the company pension. We also offer a range of development opportunities no matter your role and ambitions. We encourage everyone to explore what makes them the best version of themselves, and we do this through external training programmes, apprenticeships and internal 1:1 coaching schemes.

Great People, Great Culture

We are Bettys & Taylors Group. Our family business is home to three iconic Yorkshire brands - Yorkshire Tea, Bettys and Taylors of Harrogate. Together we share a passion for quality, service and doing things properly. We are driven by our purpose and our values, and we believe our people are what set us apart. We welcome applications from all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences and we are committed to offering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Our Process

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter. In your cover letter please tell us what makes you suited to the role by giving examples relating to what we are looking for in this role. There will be a two‐stage interview process for this role, interview questions will be sent to successful candidates in advance to support you to perform at your best throughout the process. First stage Interviews are planned to take place week commencing 13th April 2026. The closing date for this vacancy is 31st March 2026.