Finance Business Partner - Operations

Operations Finance Business Partner/Accountant Role Based in Alfreton, offering hybrid working, an attractive salary and leading benefits I'm delighted to be partnered with a leading specialist manufacturer, a listed company with turnover in the region of £400m. The company are going from strength to strength and have diversified their product offering in recent years to provide a market-leading product and service offering to their diverse customer base. They take pride in valuing and developing staff, and as a result there is very strong staff retention levels and a collaborative, positive working culture. As a result of continued growth and internal promotion, I am recruiting for a qualified Accountant to join the expanding operational finance team. This role will work alongside a dedicated and talented finance team, responsible for all aspects of financial and management reporting for the Group's Operations, encompassing 3 key aresa of the business including manufacturing and supply-chain functions. Your role: Act as a strategic business partner to the Site Leadership Team Undertake financial appraisals and subsequent cost tracking of strategic initiatives Perform variance analysis for P&L line items, including raw materials, other manufacturing costs and overheads Provide valuable insight into manufacturing efficiencies, production yield and overhead cost absorption Preparation of operational dashboards (KPIs) & commentary for internal and external stakeholders Ability to interpret results for key leadership teams Tracking of Continuous Improvement initiatives CAPEX reporting and Monthly forecasting About you Qualified accountant (essential - ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Experience working within a manufacturing environment (essential) SAP system experience would be beneficial Full UK driver's license required as some occasional travel will be required as part of the role What's in it for you Competitive salary in line with the wider market 25 days paid leave each year, plus statutory holidays Free Healthcare plan Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit Life Assurance - 3x your Annual Salary Equity purchase options Product discount alongisde typical high-street discounts Continued CPD and investment in your personal development Excellent career development opportunities This is a key appointment for the organisation and as a result, the role is likely to progress quickly. For further information or to express interest, please submit your CV or get in touch directly