Senior Finance Business Partner

Full-time

Ashford

Competitive

39hrs per week

Job Description

Sysco GB is currently recruiting for a Senior Finance Business Partner (Credit Management) to join our Finance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to lead a high-performing Credit Management team while playing a key role in supporting working capital performance, managing credit risk and driving operational excellence across a diverse customer portfolio.

Our role is offering hybrid working, with 3 days a week in the Ashford office, so you must be within a commutable distance.

In this role, you will lead and develop a team of Credit Controllers and Analysts, overseeing the day-to-day management of collections, credit reviews, dispute resolution and credit limit approvals. You will be responsible for monitoring customer payment performance, debt ageing and credit risk exposure, ensuring effective controls are in place while supporting business growth. Working closely with Sales, Commercial, Customer Service and Finance teams, you will provide insight and challenge to help balance customer relationships with sound credit management practices.

We're looking for an experienced Credit Management professional with a strong understanding of credit risk, cash collection, financial analysis and working capital management. You will have a proven track record in Credit Control, Credit Management or Order-to-Cash leadership and be confident managing complex customer portfolios in a fast-paced environment. Experience driving collection performance, reducing DSO and delivering improvements in cash flow and risk management will be highly valued.

Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, as you will be required to influence and collaborate with colleagues across the wider business while acting as an escalation point for complex customer issues and high-risk accounts. You will be highly organised, commercially aware and confident making balanced decisions that support both customer experience and business objectives. Experience leading process improvement initiatives, driving automation and implementing operational efficiencies would be advantageous.

Ideally, you will hold a CICM qualification or a similar professional finance qualification. You will also have experience using ERP systems, credit management platforms and reporting tools to analyse performance, identify trends and support decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic Finance team and make a significant impact on credit performance, risk management and continuous improvement across the business.

What you'll get:

Car/ Travel Allowance: £7000 per annum

Annual Incentive Plan: Be rewarded for achieved objectives

Private Medical: Single Cover

Early Access to Your Earnings: Use our dedicated Wage Stream app to access your earned salary whenever you need it, helping you manage your finances with ease and confidence.

Flexible Time Off: Take advantage of the option to purchase additional annual leave.

Comprehensive Wellbeing & Health Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential mental health support, 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy, flu vaccinations, eye tests and a wide range of health services for you and your family.

Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension plan designed to help you plan long term.

Life Assurance: Peace of mind with life assurance coverage designed to protect you and your loved ones.

Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy access to Sysco Perks, where you’ll find discounts on everything from gym memberships to your weekly grocery shop.

Special Sysco Product Discounts: Get the chance to purchase our food products at significantly reduced prices.

Free Mortgage Advice: Navigate the property market with confidence thanks to complimentary expert mortgage guidance.

Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave: Our policies support you through important life moments, offering greater flexibility and care for you and your family.

Location: Ashford, England

Additional Information

At Sysco GB everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco GB and we recognise that Sysco GB can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.