At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive financial performance and partner with leaders to enhance project profitability.
- Company: Fast-growing, private equity-backed infrastructure business in Crewe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £70k plus bonus and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join an ambitious team and influence the future of a dynamic organisation.
- Why this job: Be a key player in shaping financial strategies and driving impactful decisions.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in finance partnering and commercial finance.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
We are partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed infrastructure business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Business Partner. This is a newly created role, reporting to the Finance Director, this is a high-profile role working closely with commercial and operational leaders to improve project performance, profitability, cash generation and working capital.
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver accurate management reporting, meaningful variance analysis and clear performance insight
- Lead budgeting and quarterly forecasting across P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
- Partner with senior stakeholders, challenging commercial assumptions and project forecasts
- Own divisional cash-flow forecasting and help improve billing, collections and cash lock-up
- Support the financial integration of acquired businesses and embed consistent processes
- Use data and analytics to identify risks, opportunities and actions
We are looking for:
- A qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
- Experience working in an Infrastructure, Transportation, Construction, Heavy contract led environment
- Strong Finance Business Partnering or commercial finance experience
- Proven ownership of budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
- The confidence to influence senior commercial and operational stakeholders
- A track record of improving financial performance, cash flow or working capital
This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious, acquisitive organisation and play a genuinely influential role in its continued growth.
Finance Business Partner in Crewe employer: Cedar Careers
As a leading PE-backed services group based in Leeds, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to lead transformative finance initiatives, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in finance.
