Operational Finance Business Partner - Resourcery Group : Job Details

Operational Finance Business Partner | Barrow-in-Furness | £60,000 - £65,000

An opportunity has arisen to join a global business in a highly visible and impactful role. You will oversee the commercial reporting and operational integrity of a  £40m+ contract, working closely with SLT and regularly presenting financial performance and working to provide solutions to implement within the business.

Reporting into Group Commercial Finance Manager, you will have a range of duties including;

• Take ownership of financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across multiple contracts and sites.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial controls, strengthening governance and minimising risk.
• Oversee efficient and compliant procurement processes, aligned with budgets and business needs.
• Act as a trusted business partner to operational leaders, supporting delivery of strategic and commercial objectives.
• Lead on debt management and invoicing, ensuring timely resolution of overdue balances and unbilled work.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to operational teams to build financial and commercial awareness.
• Identify risks and opportunities, escalating concerns to senior leadership and proposing solutions.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate finance and procurement staff to achieve high performance.
• Offer commercial insight and advice on service development, major projects, and new business opportunities.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with business unit managers.
• Monitor and report on KPIs and benchmarking data to drive contract performance.
• Build strong client relationships, advising on financial and commercial improvements that add value.

Candidate profile;

• ACCA/CIMA/ACA Qualified preferred – QBE with relevant experience also considered
• Prior operations/project finance experience essential
• Excellent communication skills
• Advanced excel skills
• Stakeholder management experience

Benefits;

• Hybrid working policy – 2 days on site MAX
• Flexible working hours
• Free parking
• 25 days holiday & excellent pension contribution