Finance Manager - FTC

Overview

Join Our Finance Team at The Compleat Food Group! We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join our credible Finance team based at our site in Barnsley. This role is ideal for a focused and dynamic Finance Manager who will take ownership of overseeing the financial performance of the site and play a crucial role in driving financial strategy while ensuring day‑to‑day financial operations align seamlessly with the company's broader objectives.

At The Compleat Food Group, we are on a mission to create delectable food that brings joy to taste buds and love to our planet. We call it 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savoury delights that make a positive impact.

Monday to Thursday 8.30am – 5pm, Friday 8.30am – 4pm. The role also allows 1–2 days of remote work per week.

• Key part of the site leadership team, providing support during the next phase of growth
• Support the drive of Commercial & Operational initiatives
• Drive sustainable margin improvement and cost‑reduction projects
• Review all capital proposals to ensure they are financially sound
• Ensure accurate forecasting of capital project spend and benefits, ensuring this aligns to the approved capital proposal and escalating any delays or pull‑forwards
• Daily and weekly KPI reporting
• Overall responsibility for monthly site management accounts, reporting on variances to weeklies, budget and prior year
• Ensure strong overhead control across all functions by educating and promoting a cost‑awareness culture
• Review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Regular forecasting of site performance
• Annual budgeting of site performance
• Monitor internal controls to ensure they are robust and effective in managing and mitigating key business risks
• Lead the onsite finance team, creating a continuous‑improvement and high‑performance culture

• Finance qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, etc.)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Natural leader
• Great communicator and comfortable with liaising with stakeholders at all levels
• Proven track record of driving business performance through accurate information and challenging results
• ERP knowledge
• FMCG experience

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Free parking
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High‑street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well‑being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on‑demand exercise hub and various gym discounts
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, ensuring all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.