Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career and lead with confidence, precision, and purpose? We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Manager to play a key role in driving excellence across financial operations and team performance for a leading global business.

This role will report into an experienced FD who is looking for a strong no 2 to provide management support for a small team of Accounts Assistants, collate monthly and yearly reports and play a key role in supporting the financial success of the business.

What You'll Be Doing:

Financial Operations

Collate, review, and submit monthly management reports in line with strict deadlines.
Own the monthly accounting process - ensuring costs are accurately accrued and correctly coded, and transactions with group companies are properly treated.
Drive month-end and year-end close, ensuring all processes are completed accurately and on time.
Reconcile all balance sheet items each month to maintain financial integrity.Fixed Assets & Project Accounting

Maintain the fixed asset register with precision.
Collaborate with operations to ensure project costs and hours are recorded accurately and reconciled to the ledger.Budgeting & Forecasting

Support the Head of Finance in developing robust budgets and financial plans.
Review departmental performance against budget each month and provide insight.Tax & Compliance

Provide timely and accurate data to support corporation tax filings, including Patent Box and R&D claims.Cash & Payables Management

Manage cash outflows and ensure timely, accurate reporting to Head Office.
Oversee the Accounts Payable function, supporting the team in resolving complex issues and ensuring compliance with processes.Team Leadership & Support

Mentor and support team members, fostering development and ownership.
Step in to deputise for the Head of Finance when required, ensuring continuity and leadership presence.Who You Are:

Ideally ACCA / CIMA Qualified (QBE will be considered with at least 5 years experience in a similar role ideally within a manufacturing environment
A strong communicator with a keen eye for detailWhat's On Offer

Competitive salary up to £50k plus bonus
Private Health Insurance
25 days holiday
Company Pension
Hybrid workingApply today for immediate consideration