WE ARE LOOKING FOR A

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER (12 MONTH MAT COVER)

Number of Roles: 1 | Division: Finance | Location: Castleford

Sigma are experts at transforming commercial space. With over 20 years’ experience operating in the fast-paced and dynamic retail sector, Sigma provide a true end-to-end service; from store construction and consolidation to fixture procurement, projects, and mechanical & electrical installation. 

Ranked in the top 10% of the 2019 Sunday Times International FastTrack 200 awards, we’ve been acknowledged as being one of Britain’s fastest growing private companies.

It’s our people that make us who we are, and we are proud to have some of the most experienced, knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated individuals within our industry, at every level in our business. Sigma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. our business.

Outline of role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.

This is a key role within the business, providing hands-on financial support to a designated division and acting as a trusted partner to operational, commercial and senior leadership teams. You will be responsible for delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting, forecasting future performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting key business decisions through robust financial analysis.

Working closely with the Divisional Director, General Managers and wider Finance team, you will play a vital role in driving performance, improving financial controls and ensuring the delivery of high-quality management information to support strategic objectives.

Main responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts and rolling forecasts in line with company policies, accounting standards and agreed deadlines.
• Deliver meaningful variance and trend analysis, providing clear insights to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Lead the production of divisional budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and performance drivers.
• Prepare and manage open-book contract budgets for client review and agreement where applicable.
• Partner with General Managers through regular performance reviews, supporting profitability analysis, process improvements and pipeline management.
• Provide financial support and challenge to the Divisional Director and Commercial Manager through regular performance reviews and exception reporting.
• Analyse workstream and project profitability, presenting findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Ensure timely completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving potential issues.
• Drive continuous process improvement by maximising the functionality of finance systems and enhancing reporting processes.
• Support working capital management and cash flow performance by working closely with Accounts Receivable teams.
• Provide financial input, analysis and support for tenders, commercial proposals and business opportunities.
• Act as the key Finance contact for operational teams, providing ongoing financial guidance and support.

Knowledge and experience required

• Proven experience in a Finance Business Partnering or similar management accounting role.
• Strong business partnering approach with the ability to build effective relationships across a range of stakeholders.
• Experience working closely with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams.
• Demonstrable track record of producing accurate management accounts and delivering reporting to tight deadlines.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements within finance and reporting functions.
• Experience working within warehousing, logistics or fulfilment environments would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of financial controls, forecasting and budgeting processes.

Skills required

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to present financial data clearly and effectively.
• Experience using Finance/ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong financial modelling, forecasting and reporting capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence decision-making through high-quality financial insight.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and adapt to changing business needs.
• Positive, flexible and proactive approach with a strong customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or commercial finance role.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• A day’s ‘birthday leave’ to be taken within your birthday month
• Opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday*
• Opportunity for hybrid working*
• Ability to participate in the Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme*
• Ability to participate in the Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthshield cash plan with discounts on high street stores
• Free external financial advice – offering support for mortgages, pensions and insurances
• Enhanced family friendly pay*
• Free tea, coffee and fruit on all sites

*Subject to eligibility

Opportunity to be involved with

• Group Colleague Board
• Quarterly Corporate Events/Charity Involvement

Sigma is committed to providing colleagues with opportunities to progress their career, supported by a range of training and development activities and interventions’

If you think you’ve got what it takes to join our growing, winning team we’d love you to hear from you.