Stoke-on-Trent & Hybrid | Salary: c50k £65k | Operationally Focused FBP Axon Moore is delighted to partner with a well-established PLC in the manufacturing and retail sector to recruit a Finance Business Partner. This high-autonomy role will see you working closely with production and warehouse teams, providing financial insights to enhance profitability and efficiency.This is a true business partnering role, where you will have the opportunity to make a real impact.Responsibilities:

• Business Partnering – Support stakeholders with cost analysis, trend monitoring, and decision-making.
• Reporting & Insights – Develop clear financial reports, explain variances, and drive continuous improvements.
• Budgeting & Forecasting – Assist Operations leadership in setting and tracking financial targets.
• Cost & Inventory Management – Oversee standard costing, inventory valuation, and reporting.
• Month-End & Year-End – Lead reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Team Leadership – Manage and develop one direct report to enhance team performance.

The Candidate:

• Qualified CIMA (or equivalent) with manufacturing experience. (P/Q will be considered)
• Knowledge of standard costing systems & processes.
• Strong management accounting and month-end expertise.
• Advanced Excel skills and an analytical mindset.
• Clear communicator who can translate finance for non-financial teams.
• A proactive, team-oriented professional who drives positive change.

To apply, please follow the link below: for more information call Maria @Axon Moore