Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner | Import / Export | North Manchester |  Permanent | £40-50K + Study Support We’re working with a well-established import and distribution business with a strong reputation for operational excellence and long-term customer partnerships. They’re now looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner into a highly visible, commercially focused role sitting right at the heart of operations. The Role This isn’t a sit-behind-the-desk finance role. You’ll be embedded with operational teams across multiple depots, acting as a true business partner—driving performance, challenging costs, and helping the business make better, faster decisions. You’ll work closely with depot managers and senior stakeholders, giving you real influence over profitability and performance. What You’ll Be Doing Partnering with operational teams to drive financial performance Delivering meaningful monthly reporting & insight (not just numbers) Analysing costs, margins, and performance drivers Leading budgeting & forecasting at depot level Challenging cost base (labour, fuel, fleet, overheads) Supporting month-end including management accounts, accruals & controls Driving improvements in financial processes and reporting What They’re Looking For Part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) looking to qualify Experience in management accounts + commercial finance / business partnering Strong analytical mindset with the confidence to challenge Experience in a multi-site, operational environment is a big plus Advanced Excel / good systems exposure Why This Role? Genuine commercial exposure – not just reporting High visibility with senior stakeholders Opportunity to influence operational performance Growing, stable business with a strong reputation Clear scope to develop into a more senior finance role Interested?  Drop me a message or apply directly – happy to talk through the role in more detail