Finance Business Partner - Global Retailer. LilyLifestyle

Finance Business Partner – Global Retailer – Bolton

£75,000 Hybrid role

This dynamic retail PLC is in an exciting scale-up phase, having recently secured strategic investment from a well-established player in the retail sector. With a diverse service portfolio and strong growth ambitions, the business is now poised to accelerate its expansion. Backed by enhanced operational capabilities from its strong ownership model, the company is focused on driving efficiency, profitability, and long-term success.

As a key member of the commercial finance team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the business through its next phase of growth. Your responsibilities include:

• Provision of regular, insightful analysis to inform decision making, including detailed reporting on project and product performance.
• Work closely with stakeholders to deliver financial forecasting, annual budgeting, business cases, and tenders, ensuring the organisation is equipped with accurate and timely financial insights.
• Partner with operational teams to lead the budgeting and forecasting processes that underpin strategic planning.
• Deliver meaningful financial analysis that enables data-driven decisions across the business.
• Collaborate with the SLT and wider teams to provide commercial and analytical support, while working with business partners on function specific analysis and strategic initiatives that drive performance and long term value.

• Commercially minded accountant with strong technical foundations, ideally qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or QBE.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, supported by excellent Excel skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders and non-finance teams.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset and genuine passion for adding value in a fast-paced environment.

• Flexible working options with a hybrid arrangement requiring three days per week in the office.
• Salary of £70,000, private health care, bonus scheme, and private pension.
• Learning and development opportunities, and clear pathways for progression.