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Finance Manager
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Role Overview
We are recruiting a Finance Manager to support the Head of Finance in overseeing the day-to-day finance function. This is a key role within the business, managing transactional teams while contributing to financial reporting, analysis, and strategic initiatives.
The position offers a blend of operational finance, team leadership, and commercial insight, with regular interaction across departments including production, IT, sales, and marketing.
Client Details
We are excited to be partnering with our client, a highly respected Manufacturing company based in Medway, who are seeking a Finance Manager to join them on a full-time and permanent basis. Our client demonstrates a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. The business offers a collaborative environment and clear opportunities for progression within a growing organisation.
Job Description
Finance Manager Responsibilities Include:
Financial Operations & Reporting
- Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare and post journals including accruals and prepayments
- Support the production of management information and board packs
- Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial reporting accuracy
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Commercial Analysis
- Deliver sales, margin, and customer profitability analysis
- Support development of product and profitability reporting
- Provide insights to aid business decision-making
- Work closely with departmental heads to enhance financial reporting and ownership
Stock & Manufacturing Finance
- Manage stock valuation and analysis
- Support standard costing and production-related financial processes
- Collaborate with production teams on performance and reporting improvements
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Manage a team of 3 direct and 2 indirect reports
- Build strong cross-functional relationships across the business
- Hold regular ledger review meetings and drive accountability
- Support audit processes and respond to audit queries
Systems & Process Improvement
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- Improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation
- Support integration of systems (including Sage and potential ERP upgrades)
- Review and enhance existing financial models and reporting tools
Profile
The Successful Finance Manager Should Have:
- Experience in Project Finance, including planning, monitoring, and reporting on complex projects (Advantageous)
- Leadership or people management experience is required
- A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Experience in Manufacturing or engineering environments (desirable, not essential)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- A highly organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Job Offer
Finance Manager Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 DOE
- Generous pension scheme
- Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
- Private healthcare options
- Hybrid working (4:1 split)
If interested in exploring this role further, then please do apply today for immediate consideration.
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