JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Reporting to: Business Unit General Manager
Functional Reporting to: Regional Financial Controller

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience in financial planning, analysis, or management accounting.
• Experience in business partnering, providing financial guidance and strategy.

SKILLS

• Ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships based on trust at all levels.
• Focused on quality and accuracy within a fast-paced environment, adhering to deadlines.
• Ability to understand the core operations and strategic priorities of the business.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret variances, identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Ability to use sound judgment to ensure appropriate messages are delivered.
• Strong financial skills applied in a project costing context.
• Cash management experience.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Knowledge of SAP desirable.
• Able to plan and deliver projects within agreed timeframes.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with different teams and influence decision-making.
• High attention to detail, problem-solving, and a proactive mindset.

BASE LOCATION AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This role will be based in our Kintore office, but the successful candidate must be willing to travel to meet project and business requirements.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Provision of accurate and timely financial information, decision support, and performance analysis to the Business Unit General Manager (BUGM) to assist with the effective running of the business unit. Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with the Operational and Administrative staff within the business unit, working within a fast-paced environment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and participate in the administration of the business unit and the team.
• Function as a catalyst to drive forward initiatives to achieve business strategy.
• Manage and deliver ad-hoc financial analysis for specific projects or initiatives.
• Evaluate and present financial implications of new business opportunities or changes in operations.