Interim Finance Business Partner

Hays
Interim Finance Business Partner Required for an immediate start in the Bedfordshire area

Your new company
Hays are working with an established business in the Bedfordshire area who are looking for a qualified Finance Business Partner to join the team initially on an interim basis.
Your new role
To act as a strategic advisor and financial expert, partnering with business units to provide insight, challenge, and support in decision-making. The Finance Business Partner will drive performance, ensure financial sustainability, and contribute to theorganisation’s strategic goals.
Strategic & Commercial Support

• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape and implement financial strategy.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decisions.
• Translate financial data into actionable recommendations.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Develop financial models and scenario planning tools.
• Monitor KPIs and performance metrics.

Business Partnering

• Build strong relationships with operational teams, marketing, HR, and sales.
• Influence and challenge stakeholders to drive value.
• Support pricing strategies, margin optimisation, and cost control.

Reporting & Governance

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Support statutory reporting and compliance.
• Contribute to audit processes and risk management.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Champion automation and digital finance tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Streamline financial processes and reporting cycles.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

What you’ll need to succeed
Essential

• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Proficiency in Excel and BI tools.

Desirable

• Experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Agresso).
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations or funding models.
• Familiarity with AI-driven finance workflows.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• 3+ years post-qualification experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or business partnering.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.
• Exposure to strategic planning and performance management

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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