Finance Manager

Finance Manager - Manufacturing UK Division of an International GroupThis is an opportunity for a commercially minded, pragmatic Finance Manager to step into a visible and influential role within the UK division of a well-established international manufacturing group.Operating as part of a multi-entity, multinational structure, the business requires a Finance Manager who understands the nuances of complex group reporting, manufacturing operations, and partnering with stakeholders outside of finance. If you thrive on combining technical rigour with commercial insight, this role offers genuine scope to add value.The Role:Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take ownership of the end-to-end finance function for a key UK manufacturing operation, while also supporting wider group financial activities.This is not a purely reporting role. You will work closely with operations, engineering, procurement and leadership teams, providing insight, challenge and financial clarity to support better decision-making across the business.Alongside your business partnering responsibilities, you will lead and develop a small finance team, setting high standards, driving continuous improvement and ensuring robust financial control.Key Responsibilities:Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reportingReview balance sheets, investigate variances and maintain strong financial governanceSupport statutory reporting and external auditsDeliver clear, actionable ..... full job details .....