Finance Manager

Edward Mann are working with a growing Pharmaceutical business based in Slough - our client is looking for recruit a Finance Manager in the team.

This newly created position plays a key role in driving financial clarity across the business. It offers a rare blend of strategic influence, operational finance leadership and analytical depth. You'll support the leadership team with insights that guide commercial decision-making, while ensuring the business remains tightly governed and forward-focused.

Our client is seeking a candidate with a mix of technical and commercial experience as this position will be involved in a range of tasks ranging from the business partnering with operations and senior management teams, to inventory reporting, to audit, and the production of financial statements. There is also a clear path for continued progression in this position.

• Support the production of timely and accurate financial reporting, including full P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Lead monthly consolidation of results across a range of domestic and international entities, delivering high-quality board-level management packs.
• Support the development of inventory reporting
• Champion automation of reporting and accounting processes, driving efficiency through technology and improved workflows.
• Manage the budgeting cycle, from annual planning to quarterly reforecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Deliver deep-dive FP&A analysis to support commercial performance, including variance and scenario analysis.
• Build and maintain robust financial models and dashboards to track KPIs and guide strategic planning.
• Monitor and report on key business risks, assisting with the development of internal controls and compliance processes.
• Oversee group cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation.
• Business partner cross-functionally with operational teams and business units to provide actionable financial insight.
• Liaise with external auditors and oversee the compliance of financial reporting with relevant standards.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, including overseeing the accuracy and integrity of data structures.

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
• Experience in both financial reporting and FP&A.