Senior Finance Business Partner - Functions

STARK UK is a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, and we are looking for a highly motivated and commercially astute Senior Finance Business Partner
- Central Functions to join our finance team based in Coventry.

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance and working closely with our Senior Analyst, you’ll act as a trusted strategic partner to several key central functions:
IT | Property | Marketing | HR | Supply Chain | Finance | Legal
.

• Decision Support
  :
  Generate insightful reporting and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making, and ultimately support the profitable growth of the business.
• Business Partnering
  :
  Contribute to the achievement of the business objectives by providing advice and guidance on financial strategy; focussing on identifying and driving efficiencies and ensuring they improve the bottom line.
• Strategic Finance Leadership
  :
  Support the implementation, delivery and on‑going tracking of key strategic initiatives.
• Performance Management & Analysis
  :
  Conduct variance analysis to identify and address discrepancies between planned and actual financial performance.
• Financial Planning & Analysis
  :
  Manage the financial planning process and own the production of the budget and re‑forecasts for the relevant functional cost bases.
• P&L Stewardship
  :
  Manage the "Centre" P&L, working closely with the Management Accounts team to understand the total gross cost base, and govern the way it is recharged to the brands to ensure all costs are understood and owned.
• Reporting
  :
  Create a robust process for cost centre reporting by function/ Exec Member, generating actionable insights.

• Proven Experience in a similar role.
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Proven track record of driving cost‑efficiencies.
• Proficient in financial modelling, but able to summarise the big picture simply and clearly.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively.
• A clear presenter of data, and confident dealing directly with senior stakeholders.

• Competitive Base salary.
• Company Car.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave for anyone expecting or adopting a child.
• A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2
  
  Work, Benenden Healthcare and more.
• Access to a wealth of health and wellbeing services including access to online GP appointments and mental health support.
• Work Perks – a platform home to hundreds of your favourite high‑street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway.

Quality – We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Supportive Environment – Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel. We listen and learn – we know we haven’t always got all the answers – listening and learning with you is what helps provide the best service to our customers.

Professional Development – We are invested in your success! You have a real chance to progress – the only limits are your own. Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programmes designed to elevate your career.

Great Benefits – Enjoy a compelling package that includes a competitive salary, bonuses, pension schemes, and life assurance, among many other perks!

Work‑Life Balance – We value your well‑being and offer flexible working hours and a hybrid working model to help you find your ideal rhythm.

If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process.