The successful Finance Business Partner support the Operations Financial Controller in achieving group objectives, build close partnerships across the Operations business ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. You would also work closely with UK Business units to help deliver the company goals and requirements. Production of the Operations PandL, review and challenge variances with the production area leaders to drive efficiencies through Operations and support with the Operations monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting process.Manage the relationship with our 3rd party Distribution Centre to drive cost savings through the business. This will include attending regular meetings at the site and maintaining a good working relationship with the provider.Prepare monthly stock analysis and group reporting including UK consolidated Sales and Margin analysis on a monthly basis.Maintain standard costs on the system, reviewing purchase price variances, standard cost revaluations and other system variances. To be successful in this role of Finance Business Partner we would love to speak to anyone who has experience of:Is ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified Accountant.Has previous manufacturing accounting experience.Is able successfully work to very tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, has strong communication skills and is able to solve problems.Has advanced knowledge of Excel.Has ERP system experience (Microsoft Dynamics AX ideally). ACS are recruiting for a Finance Business ..... full job details .....