Finance Business Partner

Made Tech Limited
Manchester
3 months ago
Create job alert

If you need this job description in another format, or other support in applying, please email .

We believe we can use tech to make public services better. We also believe this can happen best when our own team represents the society that actually uses the services we work on. We’re collectively continuing to grow a culture that is happy, healthy, safe and inspiring for people of all backgrounds and experiences, so we encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply for roles with us.

Key Responsibilities

Our finance team is a critical partner in driving business growth and enabling data-driven decision-making across all levels.

As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in connecting finance with the broader business. Acting as a strategic advisor to departmental heads and senior management, you will provide insights, analysis, and financial leadership to support data-driven decision-making. This role goes beyond traditional financial reporting — you will proactively and routinely engage and collaborate across functions to drive performance, seek efficiencies, and develop innovative solutions to complex challenges.

A positive attitude and desire to create a good culture is a must to join a team committed to the success of Made Tech.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role will see you proactively engaging the business on financial performance, sharing insights and gathering feedback, being actively involved in the core regular financial reporting process for the business as well as financial planning and analysis requirements of the organisation.

Responsibilities

Business partnering:

Act as a trusted advisor and a primary point of contact between finance and other departments (commercial, delivery, operations, and other enabling services). Facilitate financial literacy across the business, ensuring key stakeholders understand financial implications of decisions.

Strategic financial planning:

Partner with business leaders to shape and execute financial strategies that align with company goals. Support business cases, scenario modelling, and investment decisions.

Budgeting & forecasting:

Manage sales, revenue, margin, and productivity forecast process. Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with relevant business units, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Challenge assumptions to ensure robust and realistic plans.

Sales and delivery support:

Support commercial teams in pricing sales contracts and working with finance, operations and commercial teams to ensure that appropriate project KPIs are understood, tracked and actioned in order to ensure that projects run to plan and delivery risks are mitigated.

Financial reporting & compliance requirements:

Ensure regular, accurate, timely, and transparent financial reporting. Provide insights beyond the numbers, turning complex data into actionable recommendations. Monitor implementation of effective processes and ensure business is operating within an internal control framework.

Financial planning & analysis requirements:

Lead the analysis of financial performance across commercial departments, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Provide forward-looking financial insights, analysis and commentary using charts, tables and graphs to present data in an effective format to stakeholders to drive operational efficiencies.

Leverage modern SaaS tools, dashboards, and data analytics to automate processes, improve decision-making speed, and enhance business visibility on key business metrics.

Change Management & Process Improvement:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and business processes. Champion the adoption of new technologies, systems, and methodologies to enhance agility and efficiency.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, modelling techniques and business partnering. A track record of using data to drive strategic decisions.

Strong Analytical & Problem-solving Skills:

Ability to dissect complex financial data, identify trends, and communicate actionable insights clearly.

Stakeholder Management:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate across functions. Making finance easy to understand for non-finance people. Actively seeking feedback on both self, team and systems and processes regularly. Demonstrate positive response to feedback with course correction.

Business Acumen:

Understanding of how financial decisions impact business strategy, operational performance, and long-term growth.

Tech-savvy:

Demonstrable Google Sheets skills, and experience with Kimble and SalesForce is an advantage. An appetite for leveraging technology to drive efficiency.

Agile & Adaptable:

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Comfortable with ambiguity and adept at managing change. Able to effectively manage multiple priorities.

ESG/Sustainability Focus:

Experience with - or passion for - integrating financial and sustainability goals is a plus.

Qualifications:

We are looking for a person who has completed their professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with experience in a similar finance role, preferably within a progressive or fast-growth company.

An increasing number of our customers are specifying a minimum of SC (Security Check) clearance in order to work on their projects. As a result, we're looking for all successful candidates for this role to have eligibility. Eligibility for SC requires 5 years' UK residency and 5 years' employment history (or back to full-time education). Please note that if at any point during the interview process it is apparent that you may not be eligible for SC, we won't be able to progress your application and we will contact you to let you know why.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner - Supply Chain/Logistics background

Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner

Get the latest insights and jobs direct. Sign up for our newsletter.

By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Data Science vs. Data Mining vs. Business Intelligence Jobs: Which Path Should You Choose?

Data Science has evolved into one of the most popular and transformative professions of the 21st century. Yet as the demand for data-related roles expands, other fields—such as Data Mining and Business Intelligence (BI)—are also thriving. With so many data-centric career options available, it can be challenging to determine where your skills and interests best align. If you’re browsing Data Science jobs on www.datascience-jobs.co.uk, you’ve no doubt seen numerous listings that mention machine learning, analytics, or business intelligence. But how does Data Science really differ from Data Mining or Business Intelligence? And which path should you follow? This article demystifies these three interrelated yet distinct fields. We’ll define the core aims of Data Science, Data Mining, and Business Intelligence, highlight where their responsibilities overlap, explore salary ranges, and provide real-world examples of each role in action. By the end, you’ll have a clearer sense of which profession could be your ideal fit—and how to position yourself for success in this ever-evolving data landscape.

UK Visa & Work Permits Explained: Your Essential Guide for International Data Science Talent

Data science has rapidly evolved into a driving force for businesses and organisations worldwide. In the United Kingdom, companies across sectors—including finance, retail, healthcare, tech start-ups, and government agencies—are turning to data-driven insights to boost competitiveness and innovation. Whether you specialise in statistical modelling, machine learning, or advanced analytics, data scientists are in high demand throughout the UK’s vibrant tech ecosystem. If you’re an international data scientist aiming to launch or grow your career in the UK, one essential part of the journey is navigating the country’s visa and work permit system. From understanding how to secure sponsorship as a Skilled Worker to exploring the Global Talent Visa for leading experts, this article will help you understand the most relevant routes, criteria, and practical steps for your move. Let’s delve into everything you need to know about working in data science in the UK as an international professional.

Top UK Data Science Labs and Institutes: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Data has become the linchpin of modern innovation. From forecasting consumer behaviour to enabling cutting-edge health research, data science underpins breakthroughs across nearly every industry. In the United Kingdom, the data science landscape is particularly robust, fuelled by a blend of academic excellence, government support, and vibrant private-sector collaborations. For jobseekers or career-changers keen to explore opportunities in this exciting field, DataScience-Jobs.co.uk offers a gateway to the latest openings, news, and resources. In this in-depth article, we’ll tour the top UK data science labs and institutes, highlight the unique research and career paths available, and outline how you can position yourself to thrive in a field that’s as dynamic as it is rewarding.