Finance Business Partner
This is a commercially focused Finance Business Partner role based in Northampton within a growing, operationally complex business. While core management accounting and reporting remain central, the emphasis is on partnering with stakeholders, adding value, and improving financial understanding across the organisation. The role suits a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical rigour with commercial impact. On offer is £60,000 - £65,000 per annum, plus benefits.
What you’ll do
- Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to explain performance, challenge assumptions and drive better decision-making.
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Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting across multiple sites.
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Produce insightful analysis on costs, margins, budgets and forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities.
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Support annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting, working closely with budget holders.
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Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring strong financial control and governance.
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Monitor cash flow, foreign currency exposure and working capital, providing clear visibility to senior finance leaders.
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Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes, controls and reporting, helping the function scale with the business.
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Support ad hoc commercial projects and initiatives aligned to growth and operational efficiency.
What you'll bring
Essential
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Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).
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Strong background in management accounting with the confidence to move beyond reporting into true business partnering.
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Commercial mindset with the ability to add value, challenge constructively and influence non-finance stakeholders.
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Solid understanding of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, with excellent attention to detail.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment with multiple priorities.
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Strong communication skills and the credibility to work closely with senior managers.
- Interest in improving systems, processes and financial insight as a business grows.
Working pattern: Hybrid (4 days on site)
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: Finance Manager
Industry: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Northampton
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: ZN16OV-157D8CFB
Date posted: 3 February 2026
Consultant: Peter Maxey
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