Job Description

Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting Freemans Event Partners in the search for a dynamic and commercially astute Finance Business Partner. This is a great opportunity to be a key cog in an exciting growth period for the business. 

A bit about Freemans….

A business born from entrepreneurial family roots, Freemans is a market-leading partner for some of the most iconic brands and events in the industry (Olympics, F1, Ryder Cup and Coca Cola to name a few). The company has achieved consistent growth, driven by a high-performing leadership team, all of whom embody the standards and passion instilled by founder Stephen Senior when he established the business over 50 years ago. With a unique and compelling product and service offering, Freemans is embarking on a clear three-year strategic plan to continue its growth within the European marketplace. 

The role

Freemans Events Partners provides end-to-end event solutions across food & beverage, retail, technology, and logistics. This role will focus on the logistics arm of the business, driving excellence and efficiency in one of the key strategic pillars of the business.

As a Finance Business Partner, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Work closely with commercial, operational, and senior leadership teams to provide clear, actionable financial insight
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes
• Deliver monthly management reporting and variance analysis
• Identify opportunities for growth, cost savings, and improved efficiency
• Challenge assumptions and support data-driven decision-making
• Be a key contributor to cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
• Create better MI in the logistics arm of the business to report to senior finance
• Develop a KPI pack to manage and drive expansion of the division

What the client is looking for

• Newly Qualified/Fully Qualified Accountant
• Experience of managing relationships and being able to impact and influence senior non-financial management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express financial information to non-financial colleagues
• Experience of performing detailed financial performance analysis, with high standards, accuracy, and presentation
• Excellent planning and time management skills with ability to meet exacting deadlines
• Mixture of analytical, commercial and persuasion skills
• Sage experience desirable 

What the client has to offer

• 28 days holiday allowance + bank holidays
• Bonus Scheme
• Regular team lunches & team socials

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes - jesse@citadelsource.com