As Finance Business Partner in Walsall, you will work alongside the Finance Director and leadership team, moving beyond routine reporting to influence profitability, pricing, and cash flow. This permanent, full‑time position offers a salary between £60,000 and £65,000 and is office based. Your remit covers monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and month‑end duties. Crucially, you will advise senior colleagues across Sales, Commercial, Technical, and Operations, translating financial information into clear guidance. This role suits a commercially aware professional seeking genuine influence over business performance. You will need strong communication skills and the ability to challenge assumptions constructively. Supporting growth plans, your insight will directly shape strategic decisions, making this a pivotal position within the organisation.
Finance Business Partner Location: Walsall Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 Working Pattern: Full‑Time, Office Based
Are you a commercially minded finance professional who wants to do more than simply report the numbers? We’re recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to work closely with the Finance Director and wider leadership team. You’ll combine hands‑on finance with commercial insight, helping shape decisions around profitability, pricing, cash flow and business performance. It’s a great opportunity to have real influence and make an impact as the business continues to grow.
What you’ll be doing:
- Producing monthly management accounts and supporting budgets, forecasts and month‑end reporting
- Working closely with senior leaders across Sales, Commercial, Technical and Operations, helping them understand the numbers behind performance
- Getting into the detail of margins, pricing and profitability across customers, suppliers and products
- Using financial analysis and modelling to help the business make better commercial decisions
- Keeping a close eye on cash flow and working capital, highlighting risks and opportunities
- Taking responsibility for payroll, VAT and other key finance and compliance requirements
- Supporting year‑end, audit and statutory reporting alongside the Finance Director
- Managing an Accounts Assistant and looking for ways to improve reporting, dashboards, processes and data quality
What we’re looking for:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or equivalent relevant experience
- Strong management accounts and financial reporting experience
- Experience across budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and commercial analysis
- Advanced Excel skills and confidence using financial reporting systems
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn numbers into meaningful business insight
- Confidence working with, challenging and influencing senior stakeholders
- Experience with Xero, Power BI or developing management dashboards would be beneficial
If you’re looking for a Finance Business Partner role where you can combine strong technical finance skills with genuine commercial involvement and have a real voice within the business,
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Finance Business Partner employer: JAM Recruitment Ltd
BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance global security. Located in Christchurch or Frimley, you will be part of a diverse team dedicated to pioneering advancements in defence and aerospace, ensuring a rewarding career path in a company that values your unique skills and perspectives.
