An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Business Partner to join a forward-thinking organisation based in Manchester.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on collaboration, enjoys working closely with a variety of teams, and is passionate about using financial expertise to drive business success. As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the business by leading planning processes, providing insightful analysis, and supporting key commercial decisions.

• Play a central role in driving financial strategy and commercial performance through close partnership with cross-functional teams including Sales, Supply Chain, Brand, and Digital.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities within a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Be empowered to deliver meaningful insights and recommendations that directly influence revenue optimisation, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.

What you'll do:

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be instrumental in guiding the organisation's financial direction by collaborating closely with colleagues across departments. Your day-to-day activities will involve translating complex data into clear, actionable insights that inform both short-term actions and long-term strategies. You will work alongside sales, supply chain, brand, and digital teams to identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost savings, and operational improvements. By taking ownership of budgeting processes, forecasting models, BI dashboards, and detailed reporting at all levels, you will ensure that every decision is supported by robust financial analysis.

• Lead the annual budgeting process by gathering inputs from multiple departments and integrating them into a comprehensive financial plan that supports organisational objectives.
• Develop and maintain a rolling four-year financial forecast, updating quarterly to ensure alignment with evolving business priorities and market conditions.
• Take ownership of profit and loss forecasting by delivering timely, accurate insights that support informed decision-making across the business.
• Create and manage business intelligence dashboard data to enable informed decision-making at all levels of the organisation.
• Produce detailed channel and brand reporting, offering key insights and actionable recommendations to enhance commercial outcomes.
• Deliver SKU-level reporting that highlights areas for margin improvement, supported by commercial analysis and clear recommendations for action.
• Use CRM tools proactively to drive revenue performance across channels while providing valuable dashboards for stakeholders.
• Partner with supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and process efficiencies through value-added analysis and collaborative problem-solving.
• Work closely with sales teams to uncover new opportunities for revenue growth and margin enhancement through shared insights and collaborative initiatives.
• Support brand and digital teams as a trusted business partner, helping to optimise return on expenditure through thoughtful analysis and strategic guidance.

What you bring:

To succeed as a Finance Business Partner in this organisation, you will bring significant experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within environments where collaboration is highly valued. Your background should include leading complex budgeting cycles involving input from a range of departments, as well as building robust forecasting models that support strategic decision-making.

• Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis within a complex business environment where collaboration is key to success.
• Proven ability to lead annual budgeting processes involving multiple stakeholders from different functions within an organisation.
• Strong track record of developing multi-year financial forecasts that adapt to changing business needs while maintaining accuracy.
• Expertise in creating business intelligence dashboards that turn large datasets into meaningful insights for non-financial audiences.
• Experience producing detailed channel or brand reporting with actionable recommendations aimed at improving commercial results.
• A collaborative approach demonstrated through successful partnerships with supply chain teams focused on cost optimisation and process efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with sales teams to identify new revenue streams or margin enhancements through shared understanding.
• A supportive and collaborative style when working alongside brand or digital teams to maximise returns on investment through careful analysis.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to support work-life balance while achieving collective goals. The company places strong emphasis on professional development through ongoing learning opportunities, enabling everyone to continue building their skills. Collaboration is at the heart of the business; team members are encouraged not only to contribute ideas but also to see them implemented through supportive leadership and open communication. With a focus on transparency, respect, and inclusion, this is an environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive while making meaningful contributions to shared success.

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