Senior Finance Business Partner

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Finance Business Partner.

Be part of the movement – and play your part

About the role

As a Senior Finance Business Partner has overall control and responsibility for all Business Partnering aspects of England Cold Chain activities with an expectation to analyse figures and implement recommendations based on these findings, with the most profitable outcomes. The Senior Finance Business Partner will mentor and manage the Business Partner Team, working closely with the Managing Director.

You will be responsible for:

• Provide information and analysis for the BU team, to optimise the company’s financial performance and strategic position.
• Contribute fully to the development of company strategy across all areas of the business, challenging assumptions and decision-making as appropriate and providing financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets, and business drivers.
• Ensure that the company financial system is robust, compliant and support current activities and future growth.
• Work with the senior team to grow the business formulating strategies and plans.
• Ensure the company policies regarding capital requirements, debt, taxation, equity, acquisitions, and disposals are met as appropriate.
• Ensure that the forecast is monitored and revised in conjunction with the Business Unit requirements.
• Oversee the preparation of the Annual Statutory Accounts and ensure all relevant information requested by the auditors is presented.

About you

We're seeking a structured professional with exceptional analytical skills to efficiently plan and execute tasks. Effective communication is key to fostering collaboration across teams and external parties. We value innovation and fresh perspectives, offering a dynamic environment for personal and professional growth. Candidates should have accounting accreditation and logistics experience. This role suits an experienced Accountant with a minimum of two years' experience, demonstrating proficiency in management. Adaptability and integrity are essential traits we are looking for.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Life assurance cover
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
• Full employee assistance programme including:
• Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
• Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
• Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
• Access to Thrive, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
• Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.