Group Finance Business Partner

Group Finance Business Partner - Chorley What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

As Group Finance Business Partner you will play a key role in supporting Group reporting and strengthening financial controls across the business. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide high-quality technical accounting support while gaining broad exposure to Group finances within a fast‑paced, growing organisation. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking to develop within a dynamic and evolving environment.

• Support GFC with month‑end reporting and preparation of financials for board meetings
• Support with tax compliance and submissions, incl. VAT, Corp. Tax, PAYE, PSA and P11
  
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• Support GFC with financial controls across the Group
• Standardise and develop Group wide processes and reporting
• Assist various Group treasury roles, incl. payment approvals, credit cards and expenses
• Monitor divisional compliance with accounting standards and Group accounting policies.
• Implement new and / or updated accounting standards across the Group where necessary.
• Support ad hoc projects including assistance with potential acquisitions

You’ll be a qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant, ideally trained within practice, with strong technical accounting expertise and experience preparing statutory accounts for a Group of companies. You will have a solid understanding of accounting standards, financial controls, and audit processes, supported by excellent Microsoft Office skills—particularly advanced Excel and strong reporting capability.

You are a confident communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes a structured, methodical approach to problem‑solving. Highly organised and detail‑focused, you’re able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while working collaboratively as part of a team. You bring a genuine interest in business and finance, alongside strong IT skills and a proactive, professional mindset.

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