Finance Manager

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and rapidly growing manufacturing business with a strong international presence. This is a confidential opportunity to join an innovative market-leading organisation that continues to invest heavily in its people, systems, products and global growth strategy. With a well-established reputation for engineering excellence and operational performance, the company offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Finance Manager seeking a highly visible role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Your new role Reporting directly to the FC, the Finance Manager will play a key leadership role within the finance function, overseeing the preparation of management accounts, driving financial performance reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities will include:
Preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts within tight reporting deadlines Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and monthly P&L review against budget Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring key financial ratios are achieved Liaising with external auditors, banks and financial institutions Leading and developing a finance team, providing coaching, training and performance support Developing and enhancing business scorecards and KPI reporting Working closely with operational stakeholders to analyse gross margin and performance variances Supporting business improvement initiatives and finance transformation projects Assisting with ERP implementation and ongoing process improvements Producing detailed financial modelling and commercial analysis to support business decisions Supporting the CFO with ad-hoc financial and strategic projects What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification

Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience within a manufacturing environment Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial reporting Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills Experience managing or mentoring finance staff Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence business decisions Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet demanding deadlines Experience supporting ERP implementation projects would be highly advantageous Previous exposure to international or group reporting environments would be beneficial What you'll get in return This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly successful business that offers genuine career progression alongside an attractive rewards package including:
Competitive salary package 12,30pm finish EVERY Friday Flexible hours Pension scheme Private health insurance Health cash plan Life assurance Employee discount platform Discounted gym membership and insurance products Cycle to Work Scheme Technology purchase scheme Long service awards Employee social events Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to influence business performance within a growing international organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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finance manager accountant commercial accountant management accountant Benefits: 50 and Bonus