Supply Chain Finance Business Partner

Description The Supply Chain Finance Business Partner will provide financial leadership and business partnering support across production and operations, with a focus on cost management, financial analysis and operational performance. Key Responsibilities Provide finance business partnering support to manufacturing and operations teams. Lead financial analysis and reporting related to production costs and operational performance. Oversee cost accounting and factory accounting activities, including product costing and variance analysis. Monitor production costs, budgets and operational expenditure, identifying cost optimisation opportunities. Provide financial insights to support operational decision-making and improve profitability. Partner with Operations to drive productivity, efficiency and cost improvements. Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for manufacturing operations. Monitor inventory, production variances and key operational financial KPIs. Ensure strong financial controls and accuracy of operational financial reporting. Prepare management reports and provide actionable insights to the Head of Supply Chain Finance and operational leadership. Candidate Profile Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field. 5+ years' experience in finance, preferably within FMCG, manufacturing or a similar environment. Strong track record in cost accounting, factory accounting and financial analysis. Good understanding of manufacturing costs, product costing, inventory and production variances. Experience partnering closely with Operations and manufacturing teams. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent is preferred. Strong communication and stakeholder-management capabilities.