Your new company

Hays are working with an established business in the Bedfordshire area who are looking for a qualified Finance Business Partner to join the team initially on an interim basis.

Your new role

To act as a strategic advisor and financial expert, partnering with business units to provide insight, challenge, and support in decision-making. The Finance Business Partner will drive performance, ensure financial sustainability, and contribute to the
organisation’s strategic goals.

• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape and implement financial strategy.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decisions.
• Translate financial data into actionable recommendations.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Develop financial models and scenario planning tools.
• Monitor KPIs and performance metrics.

• Build strong relationships with operational teams, marketing, HR, and sales.
• Influence and challenge stakeholders to drive value.
• Support pricing strategies, margin optimisation, and cost control.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Support statutory reporting and compliance.
• Contribute to audit processes and risk management.

• Champion automation and digital finance tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Streamline financial processes and reporting cycles.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Proficiency in Excel and BI tools.

• Experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Agresso).
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations or funding models.
• Familiarity with AI-driven finance workflows.

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• 3+ years post-qualification experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or business partnering.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.
• Exposure to strategic planning and performance management

What you need to do now

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