Finance Business Partner (UK)

• Location: Outskirts of Norwich (On-site)
• Salary: £
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Atkinson Moss Finance have been exclusively retained to support our client with the appointment to recruit a high-calibre Finance Business Partner, to join this leading organisation.

This is a pivotal role for a commercially-minded accounting professional who enjoys a blend of hands-on financial control and high-level business partnering. As the primary finance representative for the local division, you will work closely with an international team to drive financial accuracy, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an individual to take full ownership of the local finance function, with duties including:

• Business Partnering: Driving the annual budget process, performing regular "budget vs actual" reviews, and providing financial insights to departmental managers.
• Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts and preparing year-end files for auditors and Companies House.
• Operational Accounting: Managing the full nominal, purchase, and sales ledgers, ensuring 100% accuracy, maintenance, and control.
• Treasury & Cash Management: Overseeing day-to-day banking, monitoring liquidity, handling foreign currency transfers, and authorising payments.
• Credit Control: Assessing credit limits for new customers, reviewing references, and chasing payments to monitor cash flow.
• Technical Compliance: Managing VAT returns, Intrastats, EC Sales Lists, and ensuring all activities align with UK GAAP.
• Cost Analysis: Calculating and monitoring production costs, landed costs, and providing data-driven price quotations.

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role, you must be a self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision. Our client is looking for:

• Qualifications: Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent).
• Technical Skills: High computer literacy (MS Office) and a strong working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Analytical Ability: Excellent numeracy skills with the ability to analyse complex sales data and production costs.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to collaborate with diverse individuals at various levels both within and outside the company.
• Professionalism: A positive attitude in the face of challenges and a dedication to organising and improving internal processes.

Requirements & Expectations

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week (standard), with flexibility required during audit or peak periods.
• Travel: Occasional global travel may be required for training, audit purposes, or to support other international legal entities.
• Integrity: Adherence to a strict Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics Standards is essential.

In the first instance click apply for the application to come through to Will Palgrave-Moore - the retained consultant.