• Finance Business Partner
• South Tyneside

Our client is a leading and high profile business in South Tyneside, seeking to recruit a Finance Business PArtner to strengthen the finance function.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the person will play a key role in driving commercial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and providing broader financial insights.

Providing a bridge between between finance and operational management your contriobution will guide and enhance the performance of key business functions.

At a detailed level, responsibilities will include 

Financial Planning & Analysis 

• Assisting the Financial Controller in the budgeting and financial planning processes. 
• Building and enhancing forecasting models, business plans enabling data driven decision making. 
• Detailed analysis of income streams, profitability, and cash flow drivers to provide actionable insights.  

Financial Reporting 

• Assist with the production of monthly management accounts. 
• Ensure the provision of accurate, timely and insightful management information. 
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders. 

Financial Support 

• Partner cross-functionally ensuring financial goals are fully aligned with broader business objectives.
• Help identify cost-saving opportunities. 
• Apply advanced analytical expertise to interpret financial data and reports.  

Potential canddiates should meet a number of the following criteria

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA) or well on the way to qualification. 
• Experience in a FBP or FP&A role. 
• Strong commercial and analytical skills. 
• Advanced Excel & financial modelling skills. 
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• A hands-on team player. 

Basic salary is likely to be in the £50,000 to £55,000 range plus benefits.