Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner (12-Month FTC) – Fast Moving Consumer Goods

We’re seeking a commercially focused Finance Business Partner to support operations on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making across a diverse portfolio.

Positioned at the intersection of finance and the wider business, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insight, challenge assumptions, and help deliver sustainable growth. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining detailed analysis with real commercial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support the development and execution of short- and long-term business strategies
• Manage financial performance across a significant budget, ensuring robust forecasting, effective cost control, and strong return on investment.
• Provide detailed P&L analysis, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities to support informed decision-making.
• Support revenue management initiatives through financial modelling and analysis, contributing to pricing and promotional strategy decisions.
• Contribute to innovation and investment planning by developing business cases and evaluating new opportunities.
• Support new product initiatives through financial modelling, performance tracking, and post-launch analysis.
• Lead regular forecasting and reporting processes, delivering clear and concise updates to senior stakeholders.
• Enhance analytical capabilities by improving tools, models, and reporting processes to enable more effective decision-making.
• Communicate financial insights in a clear and actionable way to both finance and non-finance audiences.

About You

• Qualified accountant (CIMA or equivalent) with at least 2+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in a commercially focused finance role, ideally within a fast-paced or consumer-driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills combined with the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.
• Confident working with stakeholders across different functions, with the ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Clear and effective communicator, able to present complex information in a straightforward way.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive and adaptable approach.

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