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Finance Business Partner

Sharpsmart.com

Office

Rainham, Essex

Full Time

We’re hiring a Finance Business Partner who can bridge the gap between numbers and business performance. In this hands-on role, you’ll work closely with our commercial and operational teams, providing insight, challenge, and guidance to drive profitability and efficiency across the business.
This isn’t a traditional finance role. We’re looking for a commercially minded professional who can act as a true business partner—someone who can turn financial data into clear insights.
This role will be based at our Rainham Essex plant 3 days per week with option to work 2 days from home!

Key Role Focus

  • Partner with commercial, operations, and engineering teams to deliver meaningful financial analysis that drives strategic and operational decisions
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes that support our manufacturing goals
  • Conduct detailed costing and profitability analysis to identify opportunities for margin improvement and cost control
  • Produce and present monthly management reports with clear insights and commentary on key variances
  • Drive process improvements, leveraging ERP systems and data analysis to enhance accuracy and efficiency
  • Evaluate and support major tenders, contracts, and capital projects, ensuring sound financial decisions align with business objectives
  • Build strong relationships across departments and influence stakeholders to embed financial discipline and commercial awareness throughout the business

Candidate Profile

  • Fully or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with experience in manufacturing, waste, or process-driven industries
  • Strong skills in product costing, financial modelling, budgeting, and performance reporting
  • A commercial mindset and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence influencing at all levels
  • Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency, with a proven track record of improving processes through technology and analysis
  • Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable with a hands-on approach and a drive to make an impact
  • Valid driving licence and willingness to travel as needed

What We Can Offer

  • Competitive Package: A rewarding salary and benefits package that reflects your skills and experience
  • Strategic Role: The opportunity to take on a high-impact position with real influence over business performance and strategy
  • Career Growth: Ongoing development and progression opportunities within a growing, global organisation
  • Dynamic Environment: A fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding workplace where your ideas and contributions make a visible difference

Finance Business Partner

Office

Rainham, Essex

Full Time

October 14, 2025

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