We are working with a UK manufacturing business seeking an Interim Finance Business Partner to join the site-based finance team on an immediate start basis. This is a key role supporting operational and commercial decision making in a fast-paced production environment.

The role will work closely with operational, commercial and finance stakeholders to provide insight, challenge and analysis across product costings, margins and performance.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with operational and commercial teams to analyse full product margin performance
• Review and report on raw material costs, including forecasting inputs such as foreign exchange and elementals
• Support standard costing processes and ensure accurate product costing and pricing models
• Provide daily and monthly analysis of manufacturing performance, including variances 
• Deliver production vs forecast reporting, including revenue and gross margin analysis
• Produce monthly operational forecasts down to gross margin level
• Identify cost drivers, inefficiencies and opportunities for operational improvement
• Support scenario modelling and financial evaluation of commercial proposals and new opportunities
• Contribute to pricing reviews and approval of customer contractual agreements
• Support month end close processes including inventory valuation, reconciliations and reporting 
• Provide analysis and commentary for monthly management accounts
• Work closely with the Financial Controller on budgeting, forecasting and working capital reporting
• Support audit requirements and ad hoc finance projects as needed

Candidate profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or QBE considered)
• Strong Excel and financial modelling capability
• Proven experience in a commercial or operational finance role
• Manufacturing or product-based environment experience highly desirable
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to challenge and influence non-finance stakeholders
• Hands-on, proactive and comfortable working in a site-based, delivery-focused interim role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance Manager who enjoys working closely with operations and driving tangible business performance improvement.