Finance Business Partner

Ready to take your career to the next level in a business that truly invests in its people?

I'm recruiting on behalf of a highly respected retail group with a reputation for exceptional culture and career development. This is a rare opportunity for a newly qualified accountant or someone with up to 2 years post-qualified experience to step into a genuine commercial Finance Business Partner role-or for an experienced FBP to join a business that accelerates careers.

You'll be at the heart of the business, working directly with commercial teams to drive performance and influence key decisions. This isn't about number-crunching in isolation-it's about being a trusted advisor who shapes strategy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading monthly sales and margin reviews, providing actionable insights to senior stakeholders
• Partnering with the sales team to influence pricing, promotional strategies, and business decisions
• Delivering commercial analysis that drives profitability and growth
• Building strong relationships across the business to become the go-to finance partner
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes

Essential:

• Newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or up to 2 years post-qualified experience
• OR an experienced Finance Business Partner looking for the next step in a market-leading business
• Experience working within a complex, multi-layered group environment
• Resilience and substance-you're someone who can handle pressure, challenge the status quo constructively, and deliver under tight deadlines
• Outstanding communication skills-you can translate complex financial data into compelling business stories
• A natural relationship builder who thrives on collaboration and influence
• Commercial acumen and genuine curiosity about how businesses operate

Desirable:

• Experience in the consumer or retail sector
• Previous exposure to FBP or commercial analyst responsibilities

• Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience
• Bonus: 15% annual performance bonus
• Flexibility: Hybrid working (3 days per week in Rugby office)
• Culture: Join a business renowned for looking after its employee's
• Development: Access to best-in-class development programmes designed to fast-track high performers into senior finance leadership roles
• Impact: Real commercial exposure from day one, working with engaged stakeholders who value finance insight

If you've been working in a large, complex business and are ready for a role where you can truly influence decisions, this is it. If you're already in an FBP position but feel stuck or undervalued, this business offers genuine progression and the development investment to get you there.