Finance Business Partner

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business seeking a Finance Business Partner/Finance Manager to join its senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to take ownership of the finance function within a growing organisation and play a key role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

This is a broad, hands-on position offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across the business.

The Role

Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance function while partnering with operational teams to drive financial performance and support business growth.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Production of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and annual planning processes.
• Analysis of manufacturing costs, margins, stock, labour utilisation and profitability.
• Leading month-end and year-end reporting activities.
• Managing cash flow forecasting and working capital performance.
• Ensuring robust financial controls, processes and compliance are maintained.
• Supporting audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Providing meaningful financial insight to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders across the organisation.
• Mentoring and developing members of the finance team.

About You

We're looking for an ambitious and proactive finance professional with strong commercial acumen and the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will ideally possess:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, although strong qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered.
• Experience preparing management accounts and delivering accurate financial reporting.
• Previous exposure to manufacturing, engineering, FMCG or a similar product-led environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, stock control and working capital management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.
• Strong systems and process improvement experience.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £65,000 dependant on experience
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing business
• Broad and highly visible role with genuine influence
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Long-term career development opportunities

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.