Finance Business Partner (Operations) Humdinger, Bromborough (Wirral) Join our team as a Finance Business Partner and play a crucial role in driving financial success for our snacking operations. You will lead all aspects of accounting, provide comprehensive business partnering support, and inspire a team of Finance Analysts and Cost Accountants. This role is Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 16:30 per day (37.5 hours per week) with hybrid working options. Ensuring timely and accurate reporting of all operational financial results Provide analytical insight and operational support to all operational functions Continuously challenging performance and recommending corrective actions Provide strong and rigorous financial leadership for all operational teams Proactively manage risks, opportunities and budgeting accuracy Ensuring the processes and systems within the finance team enable Zertus UK&I to face today and tomorrow’s challenges Assist in running the Planning and Budgeting process for Zertus UK&I Support and develop the financial integration of the business wide S&OP process Team management and support. Key Skills and Experience: Experience within a manufacturing organisation (ideally food & drink) and an understanding of the inherent opportunities and challenges therein Experience of multi-site operational footprint Strong leadership ability and proven experience of building competencies in a finance team Experience in senior financial management roles, working closely with and ability to influence senior executives Good understanding of IT systems Good understanding of supply chain Strong interpersonal and organisational skills, together with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written Excellent analytical and reasoning skills Open, collaborative style and the ability to roll sleeves up and get into the detail Ability to work in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment Competencies and Leadership Characteristics: The ideal candidate should exhibit most, if not all, of the following: A highly commercial approach, capable of building an effective operations finance function to support a growing business The ability to think strategically and conceptually, and also to operate at a tactical level, driving rigorous execution and implementation An outstanding ability to lead, motivate and inspire, combined with an energetic, fast-paced, direct style ‘Can do’ in approach, getting stuck into the detail with a focus on improvement in systems and processes A first-class communicator and a team player accustomed to open debate and challenge at all levels A level-headed, down-to-earth individual who seeks to earn others’ respect but is also able to robustly challenge as required Intellectual flexibility and capacity – sharp and quick-thinking Personable yet firm leader; not afraid of a challenge Excellent presentation skills, both formally and informally Competitive salary Annual bonus plan up to 10% of salary per year Hybrid working Pension (4% Employer Contributions) Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary. Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Shiropdy, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts. 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Holiday Purchase Scheme up to one extra week per year Cycle to Work Scheme Electric Car Scheme Engagement in Charity and Team Events Receive an extra day of paid leave for charity or community service. Access exclusive discounts through our staff/online shops. Employee Values Awards Referral Bonus Vouchers Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships) Access to London Hub Space in Camden: Benefit from a dedicated London Hub space. Join our ongoing commitment to our ESG strategy, prioritizing the well-being of our people, communities, and the planet. Grocery Aid Charity Support