Finance Manager

Hays; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global FMCG company is seeking a Finance Manager to join its cross-functional management team. This senior-level position involves overseeing financial strategy, compliance, and controls while ensuring efficient coordination with operational and technical teams. The role requires a blend of technical proficiency and leadership skills, targeting professionals with qualifications such as CIMA or ACCA.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record in financial management roles within fast-paced environments.
• Fully qualified with strong grounding in financial reporting and regulatory standards.
• Experienced in ERP systems, particularly SAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and audit preparation.
• Maintain internal control systems across finance processes.

Skills

Financial management

Financial reporting

Leadership

Cost management

Regulatory compliance

Education

CIMA certification

ACCA certification

ACA certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are working with a global manufacturer to recruit their next Finance Manager!

Your new company
A global fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) business is redefining sustainability and innovation across its operations. With integrated supply chains that include direct sourcing and advanced manufacturing, the company maintains close control over quality and transparency. Its collaborative approach enables it to develop tailored solutions with partners, anticipating shifting consumer preferences and rising demand for ethically made products that balance wellness, indulgence, and environmental responsibility.
Your new role
This senior-level finance role sits within a cross-functional management team, partnering closely with operational, sales, and technical leads. The individual reports to both a Profit Centre Head and a Finance Controller and oversees a small team, with broad responsibility across financial strategy, controls, compliance, and business performance. It blends traditional finance functions-such as reporting, budgeting, and auditing-with active collaboration in enterprise systems and operational processes, requiring both technical proficiency and leadership versatility.
Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to guide commercial decisions
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and year-end audit preparation
• Maintaining internal control systems across core finance processes such as procurement, inventory, payroll, and receivables
• Supporting ERP system performance and integration by coordinating with technology stakeholders
• Driving cross-functional engagement to improve financial governance, cost management, and capital efficiency

What you'll need to succeed

• Demonstrated track record in financial management roles within fast-paced corporate or industrial environments
• Fully qualified (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA) and has solid grounding in financial reporting, controls, and regulatory standards
• Proficient in preparing financial statements, developing key performance indicators, and managing end-to-end ledger and period-close processes
• Experienced in enterprise resource planning systems, particularly SAP or comparable platforms, with a focus on both usage and optimisation

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email to learn more about this amazing opportunity!
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