Job Description

The Business

This well-established international manufacturer produces precision-engineered products for a diverse global customer base. Operating to exceptionally high quality and safety standards, they run multiple advanced facilities across the UK, Europe, and North America. The group has a multi-billion-pound turnover and a healthy long-term order book, providing a stable and secure platform for continued growth and investment.

The Finance Business Partner Role

As Finance Business Partner, you'll work closely with both finance and operational teams to support the achievement of annual business targets. This is a varied and hands-on role, encompassing cost management, business planning, budgeting and forecasting, investment appraisal, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

The company is currently implementing a major ERP upgrade, and you'll play an active role in supporting this transition within your area.

Key Responsibilities:

Take financial ownership of specific projects, providing insight and guidance to stakeholders Deliver accurate and timely management information, with a focus on cost analysis and control Manage overhead budgets for assigned departments Contribute to the successful implementation of the new ERP system
This position offers exposure to a wide range of manufacturing finance activities, covering both cost base and project-related work, and provides strong opportunities for career progression within a dynamic and growing team.

Requirements:

Part-qualified or qualified accountant with experience in a large manufacturing environment Proven track record in business partnering with operational teams, especially around manufacturing performance metrics and cost control Strong background in project and/or overhead cost management in a manufacturing setting ERP experience (knowledge of SAP an advantage)

Benefits:

Salary up to 55,000 Bonus and paid overtime Flexible hybrid working (2-3 days on site). Further benefits include a significantly enhanced pension scheme, annual salary review, 25 days' holiday plus the option to purchase additional leave, enhanced parental leave, subsidised meals, and excellent career development prospects.
You'll be joining a collaborative and motivated finance team, known for delivering high-quality support to operational colleagues and making a real difference to the success of the business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you have cost accounting experience in a manufacturing business? Are you part-qualified or qualified CIMA/ACCA?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bolton BL1 4LX