Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for driving financial excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment? We're looking for a Finance Manager to join our clients' high performing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial health of the business.
About the Role
As Finance Manager, you will lead the month-end close process and deliver insightful management accounts that support strategic decision-making. You'll take ownership of key financial processes including:

Month-end reporting and journal preparation

Management accounting and variance analysis

VAT returns, including exposure to complex VAT scenarios

Stock accounting and inventory valuation

Balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls

Team leadership and development of junior finance staff

This is a hands-on role where your ability to balance detail with big-picture thinking will be key.
What We're Looking For:

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)Strong experience in month-end reporting and management accounts
Confident with balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Proactive, analytical, and solutions-focused mindset

Desirable (but not essential):
Experience in a manufacturing or goods-in/goods-out environment
Knowledge of complex VAT scenarios
Familiarity with ERP systems and stock management processes
Hybrid working - 3 days office 2 home
Parking
Salary £65,000 plus benefits
37.5 hours - hours flex around 7.30am - 5.30pm - finish at 1pm on a Friday

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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