Finance Analyst - Manufacturing

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Finance

Financial Planning & Analysis

Professional

Blackpool, Lancashire, United Kingdom

As a key member of the Manufacturing Finance team, you will act as the Finance Analyst - Manufacturing to the Blackpool site
, supporting operational decision‑making through high‑quality financial insights. You will own core processes including budgeting, costing, inventory control, CAPEX tracking, and month‑end close, while driving continuous improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.

This role requires a hands‑on, analytical professional who can work independently, collaborate cross‑functionally, and influence plant leadership with clear, data‑driven recommendations.

• Financial Performance & Reporting
  • Prepare and present monthly manufacturing results, including variance analysis and actionable insights for site leadership.
  • Ensure timely, accurate month‑end close activities.
• Costing & Financial Controls
  • Maintain standard and actual costing processes.
  • Reconcile inventory and accruals, ensuring integrity of ERP data.
• Planning & Forecasting
  • Lead site budgeting and rolling forecast processes.
  • Improve forecast accuracy through robust financial modeling.
• CAPEX Management
  • Develop and evaluate business cases for capital investments.
  • Track spend vs. plan and validate delivery of expected benefits.
• Inventory & Operational Support
  • Monitor inventory performance and key metrics.
  • Partner with operations to identify root causes of scrap and obsolescence and implement corrective actions.
• Process Improvement & Digital Enablement
  • Identify and implement automation and process improvements.
  • Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools.
• Cross‑Functional Partnership
  • Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to drive business outcomes and operational excellence.

• ERP: SAP S/4
  
  HANA (required), JD Edwards (preferred)
• Analytics:
  Advanced Excel, Power BI

• Accurate and timely monthly close
• Clear and actionable variance analysis
• Improved budget and forecast accuracy
• Effective CAPEX governance and delivery
• Enhanced inventory control and reduction in waste

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting
• Strong proficiency in SAP S/4
  
  HANA, Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Self‑starter with the ability to drive improvements and work independently

• Experience with JD Edwards
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA) or MBA
• Exposure to high‑volume manufacturing environments or lean principles