Finance Manager
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Accounting Manager, Financial Compliance -
Management
Financial Manager
We're supporting a well-established manufacturing business in the East Lancashire area as they look to appoint a commercially minded Management Accountant/Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. 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 Management Accountant/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.
Key Responsibilities- 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.
- Mentor the wider finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- £45,000 - £50,000 (experience dependent)
- 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
- Annual pay review
- December bonus after 12 months service
- Option to enrol to healthcare scheme
- Death in service
- Free onsite parking
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