Finance Manager

• Playing a key role ind riving business decisions
• Broad, hands-on finance role

Our client is a well-established, growing manufacturing business with a strong reputation in its sector, offering a stable environment and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership to influence business performance.

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts, financial reports and KPI analysis
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments
• Lead month-end and year-end processes
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Act as the main finance contact for external auditors, accountants and group stakeholders
• Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to support business growth
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls and procedures
• Support strategic decision-making through clear and timely financial reporting

• Fully qualified AAT or equivalent accounting qualification
• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant position
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Experience producing management accounts and financial reporting packs
• Proven budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management experience
• Strong Sage and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical capability
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence stakeholders across the business

• 3 days onsite
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and key business decisions
• A broad, autonomous role with real scope to improve processes
• Stable and growing business environment
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on financial performance and operational efficiency