Finance Business Partner - Operations

Our client in the aviation sector is looking for a Finance Business Partner to support its operational leadership team. This role combines financial planning, performance analysis and hands-on accounting, helping stakeholders understand their results and make informed commercial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and longer-term planning for operational expenditure and capital investment.
• Deliver accurate monthly results, including journals, accruals and prepayments, alongside reviewing management accounts.
• Develop performance reports that explain key movements, track operational KPIs and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with operational teams to challenge spending, improve workforce efficiency and strengthen financial performance.
• Monitor capital expenditure and provide forecasts to support cash flow planning.
• Assess proposed investments, business changes and contract negotiations through financial modelling and business case analysis.
• Translate complex financial information into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Contribute financial analysis and commentary to board reporting.
• Improve reporting, controls and finance processes across the business.

About You

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or able to demonstrate extensive experience in senior finance business partnering.
• Strong background in operational or commercial finance, including budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis.
• Experience within a labour-intensive environment such as aviation, transport or retail.
• Confident challenging and influencing senior stakeholders while building effective working relationships.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.
• Commercially minded, proactive and focused on improving business performance.

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