Finance Business Partner in Ipswich

Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world's fastest growing and most reputable organisations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data-driven solutions that fulfil complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 19 million square feet operating out of more than 175 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada's largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies.

We are looking for a qualified accountant to join us in a very exciting project. If you enjoy working with a range of stakeholders, forming bridges and partnerships, while using your commercial finance expertise, this might be the role for you. The person in this role will be working within a specific project almost as a stand-alone finance specialist, while benefitting from the support of a friendly and knowledgeable finance team within Metro Supply Chain UK. Day to day, they will be working amongst stakeholders within the project and being present in Ipswich, engaging with our stakeholders is important.

Working in close partnership with the leadership team, this role is responsible for leading the strategic financial management, providing actionable insights and commercial analysis that drive profitable growth and data-informed decision-making aligned with business objectives. Additionally, the role supports key customer accounts, ensuring a strong financial focus across the business to deliver services in full alignment with contractual agreements.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with commercial, sales and operation teams to evaluate business performance, pricing strategy and profitability.
• Deliver timely and accurate management reports to the board that include clear insights and recommendations that drive performance and profit.
• Support the local leadership team(s) with robust business cases, forecasts and scenario planning.
• Lead the financial planning and analysis of key customer account(s), providing budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Become the Subject Matter Expert for the commercial contract with the customer and ensure compliance.
• Develop a strong commercial relationship with the customer and be the conduit between them and the Metro leadership and finance teams.
• Monitor key commercial KPIs that include revenue growth, profitability and margins.
• Ensure financial controls and governance are embedded with commercial decision-making.
• Work with the broader finance team to maintain compliance and consistency within financial operations.

What We Are Looking For:

Being a part-qualified accountant at the very least is important, along with experience in commercial finance. We are looking for the kind of person who can navigate commercial finance with confidence, understanding how to work with a range of stakeholders, bringing emotional intelligence to drive business needs.

We are proud of our company culture, which encourages:

• Collaborative teamwork in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional customer service attitude.
• Looking for ways to say 'Yes' to the customer (internal and external).
• Promoting and supporting team member driven social initiatives.
• Following established processes and achieving customer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Commitment to quality of work.
• Approachable, positive interpersonal style.
• Maintaining open honest relationships.

Why Join Us:

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority.
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company.
• Company sponsored social events.
• Community volunteering.
• Death in Service.
• Medical Cover.
• BUPA Cashplan.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.