Finance Business Partner

Sowena Group are partnered with an established logistics business to assist in the hire of a Finance Business Partner.

The role is suitable for a highly commercial accountant, amenable to being hands-on and add real value with the provision of actionable analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Business Partnering

Act as a trusted advisor to operational leaders across multiple depots and warehouse sites
Provide clear financial insight to support day-to-day decision-making and long-term strategy
Challenge and influence stakeholders to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and profitability
Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for non-finance teams

Budgeting & Forecasting

Lead the annual budgeting process across operational cost centres
Own and continuously improve rolling forecasts, ensuring accuracy and visibility of risks/opportunities
Partner with site leaders to build realistic and stretch performance targets
Deliver scenario analysis to support strategic planning and investment decisions

Cost & Margin Management

Monitor and analyse site-level costs including labour, transport, and overheads
Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and operational efficiency
Drive margin improvement through detailed revenue and cost analysis
Support pricing decisions and contract evaluations with commercial insight

Performance Reporting & Analysis

Produce and present monthly performance packs with clear commentary on variances
Track KPIs across depots and warehouses, highlighting trends and risks
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to enhance visibility and decision-making
Ensure financial data integrity and consistency across systems

Process Improvement

Continuously improve financial processes, controls, and reporting capabilities
Support implementation of systems and tools to enhance data quality and efficiency
Promote a culture of accountability and financial discipline across operations

Key Requirements

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Significant experience in a business partnering role, ideally within logistics, supply chain, or a multi-site environment
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience with BI tools is advantageous
Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex financial information
Proactive, results-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment