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Finance Manager
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Finance Manager – Privately Owned Manufacturing Group
A privately owned and rapidly growing manufacturing and logistics group is seeking an experienced, hands‑on Finance Manager to lead the finance function across multiple entities. This is a high‑impact role suited to someone organised, commercially focused, and confident operating in a fast‑paced, operationally complex environment.
About the Role
You will take full ownership of day‑to‑day finance operations, reporting, controls, and process improvement across a small but expanding group of companies. Managing a small finance team, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls.
Responsibilities
Cost Accounting
Support and oversee cost accounting including COGS, overheads, labour costs, and variances Analyse scrap rates, operational efficiency, stock movements, and cost‑saving opportunities Support stock takes and reconcile results to financial records Partner with production and warehouse teams to maintain accurate operational data
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Finance Operations & Reporting
Lead day‑to‑day finance operations across multiple entities Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and financial controls Manage payroll, pensions, and statutory submissions Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team
Systems & Process Improvement
Enhance internal controls and streamline financial processes Drive improvements in ERP usage Strengthen data accuracy and reporting efficiency
Commercial Insight
Provide financial oversight across logistics operations including driver costs, subcontractors, fleet/fuel usage, and route profitability. Produce insight on utilisation, pallet movements, customer margins, and operational efficiency. Support logistics KPIs, cost control, and commercial decision‑making
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Requirements
The Ideal Person Full/part‑qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Strong background in manufacturing finance (essential) Experience supporting logistics operations (advantageous) Excellent ERP skills Confident communicator at all levels Hands‑on, organised, commercially minded, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment
Benefits
What's In It For You?
Autonomy to shape and elevate the finance function Exposure to both manufacturing and logistics operations A growing group with real opportunities to influence performance A supportive leadership team and a role with genuine impact
Salary of £50,000 - £60,000 Plus Benefits
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