Finance Manager

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.

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.
  

• 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.