Head of Business Finance

planning across budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.Enhance financial capability across business units.Lead monthly Business Performance Review (BPR) meetings.Translate business strategy into actionable financial plans.Lead the tracking and analysis of performance, revenue, cost, and profitability.Deliver business case analysis and commercial decision support.Maintain and improve the quality and relevance of KPIs.3. Investment & Commercial SupportAssess the financial viability of investment proposals and business cases.Collaborate with BUs and FP&A to ensure alignment with strategy.Develop robust models to support investment and business decisions.4. Reporting & InsightEnsure the accuracy and integrity of financials and KPIs.Produce and continuously improve BPR packs with actionable insights.Evolve reporting methods to drive performance-focused conversations.Present clear, concise financial reports to senior stakeholders.5. Stakeholder EngagementAct as a strategic advisor

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from J&T Business ConsultingFinance and HR Manager @ J&T Recruitment | MS in Finance and EconomicsHead of Business FinanceLocation:Nocton, LincolnshireSalary:£75,000 per annumAn exciting senior leadership opportunity for a commercially driven finance professional to help shape and influence strategic performance. AsHead of Business Finance, you will act as a key member of the Finance Leadership Team and a trusted partner to the wider business. You'll lead a high-performing Business Finance function, drive growth through financial insight, and champion a culture of value creation and performance excellence.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Business PartneringLead the Business Finance team and embed a strong business partnering culture.Partner with business unit (BU) leaders, providing financial insight and strategic guidance.Deliver accurate financial, to the CFO, leadership, and BU heads.Align with FP&A and Controlling teams on budget and forecast cycles.Support non-finance leaders in managing budgets and making data-driven decisions.Communicate financial insights effectively at all levels.6. Process & Systems ImprovementLead process optimisation initiatives across reporting and forecasting.Implement tools to enhance financial analytics and automation.Front-load financial processes to drive year-round value creation.Apply best practices and innovative approaches in finance.Manage and mentor a high-performing Business Finance team.Set clear goals, conduct regular 1:1s, and foster a collaborative team culture.Promote continuous learning, accountability, and excellence in delivery.Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldMinimum 8 years in senior commercial financeStrong experience influencing senior and non-finance stakeholdersAdvanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsCommercial mindset with a growth orientationERP knowledge (e.g.
SAP, NetSuite, Sage Intacct)Familiarity with FP&A tools (e.g. Anaplan, Adaptive Insights)Experience with Power BI or TableauBackground in food/agriculture industriesKey SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving mindsetEffective communicator - written, visual, and verbalAbility to simplify complexity and drive commercial impactCurious, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environmentCollaborative leader with high standards and strong integrity24 days holiday + bank holidaysLife assuranceEnhanced family-friendly policiesPayroll giving (Give as You Earn)Cycle to work schemeFree annual flu jab & eye testEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOrganised staff eventsFree on-site parkingSeniority levelSeniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionFinance and SalesIndustriesBusiness Consulting and ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at J&T Business Consulting by 2xSign in to set job alerts for "Head of Finance"

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