Head of Finance Business Partnering Jobs in UK | Sheffield Forgemasters

About Sheffield Forgemasters

Sheffield Forgemasters is an established UK steel production and engineering company with a history of innovation and specialist manufacturing. The company designs, manufactures and delivers high-quality steel forgings and castings for critical industries, including defence and energy.

Based in Sheffield, the organisation is undergoing a major modernisation programme following its acquisition by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021. With significant investment in facilities, equipment and technology, Sheffield Forgemasters continues to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities and support important UK defence programmes.

Role Overview

Sheffield Forgemasters is recruiting a Head of Finance Business Partnering to lead its Finance Business Partnering function on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based at the company’s Sheffield site, the role is central to supporting financial health, operational efficiency, commercial performance and long-term business growth.

The successful candidate will lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering team, providing financial insight and strategic guidance to support business decisions. Responsibilities include financial reporting, contract costing, revenue recognition, budgeting, cost management and capital investment appraisal.

This opportunity is ideal for a fully qualified finance professional with significant post-qualification experience, a strong manufacturing finance background and proven leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities as Head of Finance Business Partnering

• Lead, develop and manage the Finance Business Partnering team, ensuring effective performance management, coaching and delivery against organisational objectives.
• Oversee contract costing, defence repricing and revenue recognition activities.
• Manage financial reporting, account reconciliations and audit compliance.
• Provide financial analysis, performance reports and commentary to support business decisions.
• Support budgeting, cost management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and appraise capital expenditure (CapEx) projects.
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure the reliability of financial information.
• Work with stakeholders across the business to improve commercial effectiveness and operational performance.
• Support long-term financial planning and help identify opportunities for value creation.
• Manage competing priorities while ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met.

Working Pattern & Salary

• Job Title: Head of Finance Business Partnering.
• Company: Sheffield Forgemasters.
• Location: Sheffield, UK.
• Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term contract.
• Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Flexible Start Times: Between 6:15 am and 9:30 am.
• Flexible Finish Times: Between 2:30 pm and 6:00 pm.
• Salary: Dependent on experience.
• Closing Date: 30 October 2026.

Build a Finance Leadership Career With Sheffield Forgemasters

The Head of Finance Business Partnering role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial strategy of a major UK engineering and manufacturing organisation. The successful candidate will help strengthen financial performance, guide business decisions and develop a finance team that supports operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Sheffield Forgemasters values innovation, collaboration, quality and professional development. It is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Successful applicants must meet the company’s security requirements, including a criminal record check and Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks. Some roles may also be subject to additional national security vetting, nationality and export control restrictions.

Apply Now for Head of Finance Business Partnering Jobs at Sheffield Forgemasters

Experienced finance professionals with the required qualifications and leadership experience can apply through the official Sheffield Forgemasters careers website. Applications should be submitted before the closing date of 30 October 2026.