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Finance Business Partner

Ref: AS7563522

Widnes, UK

£40,000

  • Permanent
  • Finance Expertise
  • Cost Reduction
  • Efficiency Improvement

About the candidate

The candidate is an adept Finance Business Partner with a rich background in manufacturing finance and a recognised professional accountancy qualification. Known for their proactive approach to driving continuous improvement initiatives, they hold a strong track record in financial management functions including cost accounting, financial reporting, and strategic decision support. Their ability to provide actionable insights significantly enhances operational efficiency and strategic decision-making in manufacturing sectors.

Armed with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, the candidate thrives in environments where collaboration with cross-functional teams is key. They have a strong passion for innovation and process excellence, which they utilise to promote a culture of continuous improvement within their financial functions.

What makes them great?

  • Efficiency Enhancement: Improved budgeting accuracy by 20% through the implementation of a new forecasting model, further contributing to reduced overhead costs.
  • Collaboration & Training: Effective in cross-functional team collaboration, fostering enhanced financial understanding and responsibility across departments.
  • Innovation Driven: Passionate about continuous improvement and innovation, routinely identifying cost-saving opportunities and promoting financial best practices.

Areas of expertise

  • Cost Accounting: Proficient in managing comprehensive cost accounting tasks, proficient in inventory valuation and reporting within manufacturing units.
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Skilled in overseeing financial reporting processes, adept at variance analysis and enhancing budget forecast accuracy.
  • Process Improvement: Successful in implementing new forecasting models and standardising cost allocation methods to significantly improve financial processes.