About the Business:
Partnered with Hawthorn One, this long-established, family-owned manufacturing company is globally recognized for innovation, quality, and sustainability. With world-class manufacturing facilities and operations across multiple continents, the business offers both stability and exciting growth potential within a supportive, people-first culture.
About the Role:
As a newly created position, the Finance Business Partner will report directly to the Finance Director and partner with the Operations Director. Embedded within the largest, most complex UK site (£60M turnover), you’ll serve as the strategic link between production, supply chain, and sales—bringing insight, accountability, and commercial impact to the heart of operations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead product costing, WIP, and stock reporting across the site
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Develop and track business cases, ROI analysis, and capital expenditure pipelines
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Provide actionable financial insight through data analysis and commentary
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Partner with operational teams to reduce waste and improve cost control
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Cleanse data and validate coding to ensure accuracy and readiness for automation
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Participate in system improvement and implementation initiatives
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Champion continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies
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Collaborate cross-functionally across UK and international entities
Candidate Requirements:
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Experience in manufacturing or production finance (essential)
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In-depth knowledge of costing, WIP, and operational finance
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
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Comfortable working independently and driving change
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Excellent stakeholder communication skills
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Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; experience with system upgrades a plus
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Qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (study support provided)
Benefits:
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Additional leave
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On-site canteen and discounted/free food
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Health & wellbeing programme
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Free on-site parking
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Enhanced company pension
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Regular company events
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Sick pay and comprehensive support package
Why Apply?
This is a high-impact commercial finance role with senior leadership exposure and real progression opportunities. Whether you’re ready to step up or already seasoned in operational finance, this role offers meaningful development, variety, and the chance to shape strategy within a forward-thinking, global business.
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