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Finance Manager

Weston-Super-Mare Permanent View Job Description
The Finance Manager oversees the financial operations of a manufacturing site in Weston-Super-Mare, driving strategy, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance while leading the finance team. This senior leadership role focuses on optimising efficiency, cost control, and supporting the site's strategic growth.
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  • Joining a thriving manufacturing business in Weston-Super-Mare
  • Become a key player in the site leadership team to drive strategic direction

About Our Client

The business is a well-established manufacturer with over 60 years of expertise. Known for producing market-leading solutions, the company operates both domestically and internationally, serving clients across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East with a focus on quality, innovation, and project management excellence.

Job Description

Key responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

  • Leading the finance function and serving as a key member of the site leadership team.
  • Preparing and reporting financial data on a weekly and monthly basis, including payroll.
  • Managing budgets, overseeing strategic financial development, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and group policies.
  • Monitoring gross margins, cash flow, inventory, and working capital to optimise efficiency.
  • Supporting cost control, lean principles, and systems development to enhance site operations.
  • Managing the annual audit process and liaising with auditors.
  • Providing leadership to the finance team and contributing to the site's overall growth strategy.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong business acumen, analytical skills, and a proven ability to manage financial operations and teams effectively. They will have excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, a proactive and disciplined approach to compliance and controls, and experience in driving strategic and commercial initiatives. While manufacturing experience is desirable, the key attributes include exceptional problem-solving abilities, IT proficiency, and a commitment to fostering efficiency and growth.

What's on Offer

The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

  • 32 days holiday (including bank holidays).
  • 5% employer pension contribution.
  • A Monday to Friday schedule with an early finish on Fridays.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A supportive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme and onsite mental health support.
  • Additional perks such as a cycle-to-work scheme, company events, and an employee recognition program.
Contact
Richard Farmer
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6593602
Phone number
+44 117 927 1600

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Finance Manager
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Weston-Super-Mare
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Richard Farmer
Consultant phone
+44 117 927 1600
Job reference
JN-112024-6593602