Senior Finance Business Partner - London (3 days per week) - 12-Month Fixed Term ContractA specialist manufacturer is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a high-impact role supporting a technically complex manufacturing operation, offering the opportunity to influence decision-making, strengthen financial controls, and drive meaningful commercial insight.This position is ideally suited to a finance professional who understands the realities of complex manufacturing environments and how these are effectively managed, controlled, and accounted for within an ERP system.The position will also plan and manage the preparation of external filings, including the overseas manufacturing entity''s statutory accounts, VAT filings, corporation tax and RandD tax credit.The RoleYou will act as the key finance partner to manufacturing and operational stakeholders, providing robust financial leadership and insight across the business. The role combines strategic business partnering with hands-on financial control, accounting, and system optimisation.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partnering and Commercial InsightPartner closely with operational and technical teams within a complex manufacturing settingProvide clear financial analysis, challenge, and insight to support decision-makingIdentify risks and opportunities to improve performance and efficiencySupport budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning