Finance Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and commercially minded Finance Manager - Business Partner who transforms data into insights, influences strategic decisions, and drives business performance through robust forecasting, effective reporting, and strong financial control.This is not a traditional accounting role, but a forward-looking position focused on supporting growth, profitability, and sustainable business success.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partnering

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Partner with business leaders and functional heads to support strategic and operational decision-making.
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Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to improve business performance and profitability.
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Challenge and influence business decisions through fact-based financial guidance.
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Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
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Support commercial initiatives by evaluating their financial impact and expected returns.Financial Planning & Forecasting
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Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles.
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Develop and maintain accurate financial forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
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Build financial models and scenario analyses to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
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Ensure robust forecasting methodologies and continuous improvement of planning processes.
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Support long-term financial planning and strategic business reviews.Controlling & Performance Management
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Monitor and analyse revenues, margins, operating expenses, profitability, working capital, and cash flow.
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Drive performance management through KPI development, tracking, and analysis.
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Conduct variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year performance.
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Identify performance improvement opportunities and support cost optimisation initiatives.
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Prepare business cases and financial evaluations for investments, projects, and commercial opportunities.Management Reporting
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Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting.
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Analyse business performance and communicate key drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
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Prepare presentations and financial reviews for senior management.
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Develop and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and performance metrics to improve business visibility.Governance & Financial Control
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Support month-end and year-end closing activities in collaboration with the Accounting team.
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Ensure consistency between management reporting and statutory financial data.
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Maintain effective internal controls and compliance with company policies.
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Contribute to finance transformation and continuous process improvement initiatives.
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Promote data quality and financial discipline across the organisation.Qualifications & ExperienceEducation
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Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
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Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA, or equivalent) is desirable.Experience
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Experience in Finance, FP&A, Business Controlling, or related finance functions.
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Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, performance management, and management reporting.
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Proven track record of partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making.
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Experience in an international and matrix organisation is preferred.Technical Skills
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Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
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Advanced Excel capabilities.
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Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent).
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Knowledge of BI and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
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Understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.Competencies
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Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to challenge constructively and influence stakeholders.
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Strong communication and presentation skills.
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Results-oriented, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. xbvzest
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Stakeholder engagement and satisfaction.