Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Manufacturing Industry

Reporting to:
Finance Director

A long‑established, privately owned manufacturing business is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and play a pivotal role in driving operational and financial performance.

This is a hands‑on, commercially involved role suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, product‑led environment and enjoys being close to the numbers, the operations, and the decision‑making.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a stable, growing business with a strong reputation in its sector. As the Finance Manager, you will lead the day‑to‑day finance operations, strengthen financial controls, and provide insight and challenge needed to support the leadership team.

This is an ideal role for someone ready to step up, take full ownership, and become a trusted partner to the Finance Director, Senior leadership team and wider business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the finance function, including a small team

Oversee all financial reporting: monthly management accounts, board packs, KPIs, and variance analysis

Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash‑flow management

Strengthen financial controls, processes, and compliance

Drive cost analysis, margin improvement, and operational efficiency

Manage year‑end processes, audit, and statutory accounts

Oversee stock accounting, manufacturing costings, and product profitability

Support the leadership team with commercial insight and scenario modelling

Lead system improvements and ensure data accuracy across finance and operations

Provide financial stewardship while supporting growth, investment, and operational decision‑making

Requirements
Experience & Background

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a minimum of 3+ years PQE

Strong experience in manufacturing, engineering, or product‑based environments

Proven track record of leading financial operations and improving processes

Confident producing high‑quality management information and board‑level reporting

Strong understanding of costings, stock, and manufacturing performance metrics

Comfortable working in a hands‑on, owner‑managed business

Experience managing or developing a small finance team

Strong systems capability and advanced Excel skills

Personal Attributes

Commercially minded with the confidence to challenge and influence

Detail‑driven, disciplined, and proactive

Comfortable operating independently and taking full ownership

Strong communicator who can translate financial data into clear business insight

Thrives in a practical, operationally connected environment

Benefits What's on Offer

A high‑impact role with real autonomy and influence

Direct exposure to the senior leadership team

Opportunity to shape the finance function and drive continuous improvement

Stable, long‑term environment with strong values and a supportive culture

Salary of £50,000 - £60,000