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

About the role

As Group Finance Business Partneryou 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.

As a Group Finance Business Partner you will

1. Support GFC with month-end reporting and preparation of financials for board meetings

1. Support with tax compliance and submissions, incl. VAT, Corp. Tax, PAYE, PSA and P11Ds

1. Support GFC with financial controls across the Group;

1. Standardise and develop Group wide processes and reporting

1. Assist various Group treasury roles, incl. payment approvals, credit cards and expenses

1. Monitor divisional compliance with accounting standards and Group accounting policies.

1. Implement new and / or updated accounting standards across the Group where necessary.

1. Support ad hoc projects including assistance with potential acquisitions

About you

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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