Finance Manager

A growing and successful manufacturing business in Bradford is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified CIMA Accountant who enjoys combining strong financial control with commercial insight in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Finance Manager will report directly to an established Financial Controller and you will take ownership of the finance function, lead a small team and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key responsibilities as Finance Manager

• Production of monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary
• Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Monitoring manufacturing costs, margins and operational performance
• Developing and enhancing financial reporting and KPI analysis
• Supporting senior management with commercial and strategic decision-making
• Managing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining robust financial controls
• Leading and developing a finance team of four
• Managing the year-end audit process and acting as the key point of contact for external auditors
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across finance systems and processes
• Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

The successful Finance Manager will ideally possess

• CIMA qualification (or equivalent ACCA/ACA)
• Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering or production environment
• Strong management accounting and financial control experience
• Experience managing and developing finance staff
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong ERP and Excel skills
• The ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders

What's on Offer For The Finance Manager

• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious manufacturing business
• Leadership role with genuine influence across the organisation
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Manager looking to make a significant impact within a thriving manufacturing business.