Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Reed Finances are pleased to be partnering with a leading UK manufacturing business who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager. This is a key hire when you will oversee the operational finance function and support the Board with statutory governance responsibilities. This is a hands-on leadership role based on-site, working closely with production, commercial and senior leadership teams.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of financial reporting, audit management, compliance, treasury activities and the development of a small, well-established finance team.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Leadership & Operations

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare management accounts, variance analysis and board reporting packs
• Manage statutory accounts preparation and act as primary contact for external auditors
• Oversee VAT preparation and submission
• Support corporation tax processes alongside external advisors
• Manage cashflow forecasting, banking relationships and treasury activities
• Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements

Manufacturing & Inventory Accounting

• Oversee inventory accounting, stock valuation and costing processes
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to ensure accurate financial data

Team Leadership

• Line manage and develop a small team of finance professionals
• Provide clear direction, workload prioritisation and ongoing performance support

Company Secretary & Governance

• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance
• Maintain company records and filings
• Support the Board with corporate governance requirements

About You

You will be a qualified finance professional with robust operational finance experience, ideally gained in a fast-paced or complex environment.

Essential Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA)
• Proven experience managing finance teams
• Strong month-end, audit and statutory reporting experience
• Solid understanding of UK VAT and financial compliance
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP advantageous)
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability

Desirable

• Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors
• Experience with inventory accounting and stock valuation
• Practical Company Secretary experience

What's on Offer

• Discretionary bonus
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Stable, on-site leadership role
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing UK operation