Finance Manager

Finance Manager | East Lancashire (office based) | £45-50k | Permanent
The Business

We’re supporting a well‑established manufacturing business in the East Lancashire area as they look to appoint a commercially minded Finance Manager due to retirement. This isn’t a direct people‑management role.

This isn’t just a desk‑based role — you’ll be a key partner to operational teams, occasionally (once a month maximum) visiting additional sites to support month‑end processes, improve reporting accuracy, and provide meaningful financial insight.

As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a manufacturing company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with financial regulations. This role involves the individual working as part of a team, providing strategic financial guidance to the senior management team, monitoring company performance, and supporting cost control initiatives to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

• Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal company policies.
• Assist in the preparation of Budgets.
• Coordinate external audits and manage the relationship with auditors.
• Analyse costs, identifying areas for improvement and cost reduction.
• Implement cost control measures across operations, including inventory management, procurement, and production processes.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to performance and efficiency.
• Supervise and mentor the wider finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

• Study support options (if required)
• Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 5pm | Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm
• 33 days holiday inc. bank holidays
• 1 additional annual leave day each year after 12 months service, up to 38 days including bank holidays