Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner Cheltenham | Hybrid Working | Full-Time

Hays are partnering with a rapidly growing aviation business based in Cheltenham. They are proud of their people-first culture. They foster a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where every team member is valued and trusted to deliver. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-paced business, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

We're looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our clients Finance team. Reporting to the Financial Planning and Business Partnering Leader, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful financial insights and partnering with teams across the organisation.

This is a broad, commercially focused role ideal for someone with experience in operational, manufacturing, or engineering finance. You'll be embedded in the business, working closely with Engineering and Operations to drive performance and continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

Partnering with Engineering and Operations teams to provide day-to-day financial support and guidance
Embedding key performance metrics such as labour utilisation, efficiency, and inventory turns
Supporting budget creation and cost control with functional leaders
Identifying opportunities to improve data capture and processes in IFS
Delivering high-quality, commercially meaningful outputs and analysis

What We're Looking For

Qualified or near-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
Experience in operational/manufacturing/engineering finance
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Understanding of functions like Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality
ERP experience (IFS desirable)
Defence or Aerospace sector experience (desirable)

Why Join Us?

Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with the option to buy/sell 5 days
Life assurance (4x salary)
Competitive pension scheme (up to 7.5% employer contribution)
Friendly, supportive environment with regular team events
Career development opportunities in a growing, PE-backed business

What you need to do now

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