Marks Sattin are working in partnership with a large organisation based in Cardiff to recruit a Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis.

The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for completing the month-end close and providing accurate and insightful commentary and analysis to aid in business decision-making. This role will be well suited to qualified candidates with a successful track record of leading small teams in a commercial finance setting.

The Finance Business Partner role is based in Cardiff with flexibility to work from home on a hybrid basis.

Key responsibilities

• Work with key stakeholders within the business unit to deliver financial plans including budgets and forecasts, organise and lead business planning sessions and coordinate a team of management accountants
• Analyse cost areas of the business providing recommendations of improvement
• Develop and maintain cost models to support ongoing long-term planning processes
• Delivery of accurate and timely information, including month end close and reporting, including variance analysis and commentary
• Analysis of cost vs forecast, providing deep dive analysis of variances
• Partner with budget holders to evaluate findings and determine the impact on business plans

About your experience

• Qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA
• Proven track record in a commercial finance role
• Demonstrable experience of leading a small team
• Proven background in business partnering, ability to form cross functional relationships
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal