Finance Manager

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business seeking a Finance Manager/Finance Business Partner to join its senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to take ownership of the finance function within a growing organisation and play a key role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

This is a broad, hands-on position offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across the business.

The Role

Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance function while partnering with operational teams to drive financial performance and support business growth.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Production of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
• Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and annual planning processes.
• Analysis of manufacturing costs, margins, stock, labour utilisation and profitability.
• Leading month-end and year-end reporting activities.
• Managing cash flow forecasting and working capital performance.
• Ensuring robust financial controls, processes and compliance are maintained.
• Supporting audit and statutory reporting requirements.
• Providing meaningful financial insight to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders across the organisation.
• Mentoring and developing members of the finance team.

About You

We're looking for an ambitious and proactive finance professional with strong commercial acumen and the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will ideally possess:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, although strong qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered.
• Experience preparing management accounts and delivering accurate financial reporting.
• Previous exposure to manufacturing, engineering, FMCG or a similar product-led environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, stock control and working capital management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.
• Strong systems and process improvement experience.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £65,000 dependant on experience
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing business
• Broad and highly visible role with genuine influence
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Long-term career development opportunities