Finance Business Partner

Job Description Finance Business Partner Somerset- Hybrid Permanent/Full timeCompetitive salary + Company BenefitsWe are on a tremendous growth path with our finance function developing into a first-class service for the organisation, we are recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to support two of our Water Engineering business units.More about the role: Strategic and Operational Finance Business Partner to two Business UnitsYou will need to be able to build strong relationships with the operational teamsAbility to influence business performance and challenge decisions where appropriateDevelop an in-depth understanding of how the two businesses work and become a trusted advisor to the senior management teamsFinancial ReportingResponsibility for revenue recognition in month-end accounts, working with stakeholders to assess and value work carried out in month and managing outstanding Work-In-Progress (WIP) to recogniseWorking with central management accounts team around cost accruals and balance sheet controlFinancial AnalysisAnalysis of monthly performance vs expectations and explaining any variancesProduce data-led insights into key performance metrics such as vehicle utilisation, repairs and maintenance costs and overtime expenditureModel scenarios to support decision-makingEngage with stakeholders on any other ad hoc analysis to understand performance and drive the businesses forwardForecasting and BudgetingOwn the fortnightly forecasting process for the two business units, providing accurate updates to the business on expected EBITDA performance and detailing any variances to prior submissionsSupport the Head of Finance in the annual budgeting processesWorking Capital ImprovementSupport the working capital position by ensuring work is invoiced promptlyBecome a key point of contact with central AP and AR teams to support efficient use of cashQualificationsAbout you: ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified or finalist.Prior experience in a similar role and within an organisation with a busy account departmentPositive can-do attitudeCommercial awarenessExperience operating within an Industrial Services or multi-site environment advantageous but not essentialMicrosoft Office applications experience, with excellent knowledge of ExcelExcellent administration and office environment skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to use initiative is essential and a proactive approach to problem solvingClean UK driving licenceAdditional InformationWhat's in it for you?:Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and leave.Company pension. Life assurance scheme (x4 salary).Medicash plan (includes cash payments towards dental, medical, therapeutic treatments) with the option to add up to 4 dependants.Refer a friend scheme.Employee assistance programme (access to GP appointments and mental health support)Competitive annual leave plus bank holidays. Training and career progression opportunities.Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.

Created: 2026-03-07