Overview

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support. At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We are committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong — where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected. We’re always looking to connect with talented individuals who can help shape the future of our business. Join our incredible finance team as a Finance Business Partner! We are seeking an individual who will deliver top-notch finance business partner support and strategic insights to enhance Manufacturing costs and performance, ultimately driving our company’s broader goals and achievements.

Closing date: 21st September. Interview process: Face-to-face on our site in Burton Latimer w/c 22nd September. Working pattern: Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for some great collaboration and meetings — it’s a must! While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments or flexibility where needed. We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process — just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

Responsibilities

• Close management of Manufacturing Labour spend, including weekly reporting.
• Provide insight and support on Manufacturing Waste figures.
• Provide insight & challenge into the periodic performance of Manufacturing Overheads spend vs budget/forecast (Factory & Central).
• Preparation of accurate budgets and forecasts, highlighting risks, opportunities. Mitigating financial risk and exploiting opportunities.
• Support & Stakeholder key business partners in the management of their budgets.
• Driving continuous improvement in relation to the accuracy and efficiency of processes.
• Development of financial tools to aid decision making & insight.
• Cost modelling of plant capacity to align with changing sales patterns/changing plant performance using our Integrated Business Planning process (IBP process governs how we manage differences between supply and demand of our products).
• Possess analytical, data management, problem-solving and MS Excel skills.
• Experience in the preparation of Management accounts.
• Experience of working & communicating with key stakeholders, specifically those without finance backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Qualified or working towards a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA).
• FMCG, retail or food / other manufacturing background.
• Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & Annual Flexible benefits. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.
• Annual bonus 7.5%
• Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual Salary review
• Healthcare plan
• Discounted Weetabix products
• Continued investment in your personal development
• Flexible Work Opportunities
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
• Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
• Working Parents Support Group
• Fully stocked kitchens with Weetabix products