Stoke-on-Trent & Hybrid | Salary: c50k £65k | Operationally Focused FBP
Axon Moore is delighted to partner with a well-established PLC in the manufacturing and retail sector to recruit a Finance Business Partner. This high-autonomy role will see you working closely with production and warehouse teams, providing financial insights to enhance profitability and efficiency.
This is a true business partnering role, where you will have the opportunity to make a real impact.
Responsibilities:
Business Partnering – Support stakeholders with cost analysis, trend monitoring, and decision-making.
Reporting & Insights – Develop clear financial reports, explain variances, and drive continuous improvements.
Budgeting & Forecasting – Assist Operations leadership in setting and tracking financial targets.
Cost & Inventory Management – Oversee standard costing, inventory valuation, and reporting.
Month-End & Year-End – Lead reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting.
Team Leadership – Manage and develop one direct report to enhance team performance.
The Candidate:
Qualified CIMA (or equivalent) with manufacturing experience. (P/Q will be considered)
Knowledge of standard costing systems & processes.
Strong management accounting and month-end expertise.
Advanced Excel skills and an analytical mindset.
Clear communicator who can translate finance...