The BES Group are the leading end to end solution provider in the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance sector. Our team of experts cover an extensive range of engineering services.
We’ve gone from strength to strength over recent years, welcoming the very best risk management businesses to our Group. As a result, we’ve grown both our team of experts and our suite of solutions in line with our customer’s needs. We’re private equity backed, which means we have the flexibility and support to move quickly and grow faster than any other company in our industry. We’re innovative and forward thinking and have the awards to prove it, but most of all we’re focused on helping make sure our customers leave nothing to chance
Our head office is based in central Manchester and is the home to many of our central functions. Due to continued business growth, we are delighted to be recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to take responsibility for Testing & Consultancy, a division within the larger BES Group covering the UK and Ireland.
As the Finance Business Partner, you will report in to the Head of Commercial Finance and will help to manage the P&L performance, be responsible for commercial analysis and drive working capital improvements. The role will business partner with colleagues in operations, sales and management. Working closely with the divisional Managing Director, you will provide insightful analysis to help maximise revenue and gross profit margins, improve operational efficiency, working capital and influence strategic decisions at Board level.
What are we looking for?
We’ve really set the benchmark high with our people and our brilliant Finance Team are no exception. We’re looking for even more of the most highly skilled individuals to complete our world class team. To be considered for this role, you must be ACA, CIMA or ACCA qualified. This is a key role requiring initiative, experience of working with large data sets and a confident communicator who can demonstrate prior success in a finance business partner or commercial accountant role.
And you won’t be afraid to get stuck in. Your role will be varied and provides an outstanding opportunity to join a highly successful Private Equity backed company as we venture into further consolidation and accelerated growth. The business is fast-moving which allows for a high degree of influence at this role’s level.
What will I be doing?
Responsibilities
No two days are the same at BES Group and there are always lots of projects to get involved with. As a Finance Business Partner your key responsibilities will include:
Business partner with operations, sales and management in a service environment. Helping develop commercial awareness.
Support the Managing Director and Delivery Managers with insightful business analysis.
Implement improvements in financial analysis and control. Develop working capital measurements and plans to control working capital levels, whilst maximising profitability and Cash Flows.
Provide detailed performance reporting and KPIs for board packs.
Review and analyse divisional costs to support accuracy of accounts. This includes providing accurate commentary and investigation into variances.
Potential to manage one Finance Business Partner with a strong emphasis on their development.
Create and manage company KPIs to help drive business performance.
Work with business leaders to provide meaningful information to support budgets and reforecasts.
Ensure utilisation and WIP reports are delivered and provide direction/support on ways forward.
Analysis of work in progress and other manufacturing KPIs.
Continuously look at ways to improve working files/processes/systems with the aim of increasing accuracy.
Drive automation of processes and data analysis, including utilisation of existing tools and working closely with MI and IT colleagues.
Identify risks and opportunities.
Ad hoc projects as and when required.
What makes BES Group a great place to work?
Our people and our customers come before everything else. Knowing we always do the best job we can with absolutely no compromise means everything to us.
Our business model is unique, with multiple companies and private equity backing - the exposure you will get is unparalleled. Internal promotion is a regular occurrence within our company and the Finance Team is a great example of this. The team love what they do, they really make a difference and that gets noticed every single day.
If you work for us, you will get the below and, so much more:
A competitive salary starting from £50,000 - £60,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)
Discretionary annual company bonus and yearly salary review
A flexible working approach, the role will be in Manchester city centre with home based working available (you must have suitable Wi-Fi, and provide your own office set up)
Development opportunities across the business
25 days leave per year plus bank holidays (and an extra day off on your birthday to celebrate you!)
Shiny new Surface Pro
Access to lots of discounts and benefits via our company benefits portal including; retail, fitness, holiday and cinema discounts
The support of a superb employee assistance programme
Up to 10% pension
What experience do I need?
Role
You will be ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified and offer significant post-qualified experience in a finance business partner or commercial accountant role. To work for us you will also have the right attitude, aptitude and appetite for what we do; Keeping Britain Safe. You’ll also offer:
ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified with significant post-qualified experience
Experience in a finance business partner or commercial accountant role
Experience in a technical or other service sector industry (desired)
Business planning and forecasting
Experience of working with external and internal stakeholders
Strong numeracy and analytical skills
Highly proficient Excel skills
Expert attention to detail
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships
Strong organisation skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines and to prioritise workloads
Self-motivated and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Process improvement and problem solving skills
Ideally, You Will Also Offer
Experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O accounting system (desired).
To apply for this role, simply click “Apply”. We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it’s that easy! Please keep in mind, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.
We want to inspire everyone to see how important safety is and we expect the same from our people. And if you’re on the same page as us about that and you’ve got the right skills, experience and attitude, you’ll fit right in. Simple. We’re all about diversity and inclusion and that means we want our people to be themselves. We’re delighted to be an equal opportunities employer and that will never change!
BES Group, Your Safety, Our Focus.
Posted on Oct 25, 2023.
Seniority Level: Other
Job Functions: Software Development
Industries : Information Technology
