Outstanding opportunity for a CIMA, ACA, ACCA or CIPFA Qualified Finance Business Partner to join a household name, prestigious business based in the Preston area. Working in a friendly, collaborative team of FBPs and Management Accountants - and mentored by an impressive Head of Finance - your remit will include:    

• Finance Business Partner for your own business portfolio.
• Working with Budget holders and management to communicate the financial implications of all commercial decisions.
• Managing a Deputy Finance Business Partner.
• Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Cost modelling.
• Scenario planning.
• Supporting business case appraisal and tender submissions.
• Preparing and presenting information and analysis for all financial plans across own business areas.
• Supporting the Annual Budget and Quarterly Forecasting processes.

Applicants must be fully CIMA or ACCA qualified with previous experience in Management Accounting, Financial Analysis and Finance Business Partnering across complex multi- disciplinary environments. You will also have a track record of forging strong relationships with finance and non-finance staff up to board level and will have previous supervisory experience (This role has 1 report). You will be skilled in reporting of financial information and interpreting/relaying results to both finance and non- finance managers in clear and concise way, and a format tailored to fit the audience.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful, prestigious company in a Finance Business Partner role offering the scope to develop, take on further responsibility and to progress in time. A salary range of £50-58k (could be some flexibility on this) is complimented with benefits including 34 days annual leave + Bank Hols, Flexible working (minimum 3 days in the office), 10% pension and a clearly defined training and development plan.
  
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