Finance Manager

Our client is a well-established manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship and premium products. Operating within a specialist sector, the business supplies customers across the UK and international markets and is known for its commitment to quality, innovation and long-term customer relationships.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to oversee the finance function and support strategic decision-making across the business.
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Key Responsibilities

Finance Management

• Manage the day-to-day finance function, including the general ledger.
• Lead and support the Accounts Assistant responsible for accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
• Analyse manufacturing costs, margins and variances, providing meaningful financial insight to the leadership team.
• Oversee cash flow management and working capital requirements.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and statutory obligations.
• Coordinate year-end accounts and manage relationships with external auditors.
• Support senior management with financial planning, business performance analysis and commercial decision-making.
• Review and improve financial controls, processes and reporting systems.
• Manage VAT reporting requirements, including UK and international registrations where applicable.

Human Resources

• Collect, verify, and maintain payroll data within the HR system on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Manage payroll processing and payments Initially, payroll will be processed internally using the existing system. Longer term, payroll outsourcing is being evaluated, requiring liaison with external providers and validation of payroll outputs.

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures, documentation and action plans.
• Manage and support the individual responsible for Health & Safety administration and compliance activities.

Requirements

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, AAT or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years'' finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, stock valuation, and manufacturing finance.
• Proven experience preparing management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Previous exposure to HR administration and payroll processes.
• Prior team management experience would be advantageous.
• Strong ERP systems experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.
• Knowledge of French would be beneficial but is not essential.

Benefits

• -47,000 - -55,000 Basic Salary DOE
• Monday - Friday
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing manufacturing business.
• Broad role with exposure to finance, HR, and operational activities.
• Collaborative working environment with direct involvement in business decision-making.

• Long-term career development opportunities.