via Reed · 15 September 2026 ·4 days ago

Finance Business Partner - DWF

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Manchester Full-time
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This is an excellent time to join a high-performing Finance team in a true business partnering role, where you will work closely with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decision-making, drive financial performance, and support sustainable growth within a key division of the business.

Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will build a deep understanding of the Commercial Services division’s commercial and operational drivers. You will support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes, providing insight into revenue, margin, pricing, utilisation and working capital. Through detailed analysis, you will identify risks and opportunities, contribute to strategic decisions and deliver clear, actionable insight that drives improved financial outcomes.

You will develop relationships across the business, influencing decision-making through high-quality financial information and commercial challenge. The role will involve supporting pricing and investment decisions, analysing profitability across clients and practice areas, and monitoring key KPIs to improve performance and forecasting accuracy. You will also play a key role in enhancing working capital outcomes, driving improvements in reporting, governance and processes, and contributing to transformation initiatives across the division.

Essential:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong post-qualified experience

  • Experience within professional services or a similar commercial environment

  • Considerable commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into clear actions

  • Demonstrable experience influencing senior stakeholders and driving performance

  • Advanced analytical skills including financial modelling and scenario analysis

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

Desirable:
  • Proven background in Finance Business Partnering, Commercial Finance or FP&A

  • Understanding of Commercial Services performance drivers and key metrics

  • Exposure to pricing, investment appraisal and business case development

  • Experience improving working capital performance and cash conversion

  • Background in transformation, process improvement or change initiatives

  • Considerable systems and reporting capability, including advanced Excel

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

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