Finance Manager

Hamilton Woods; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Woods is seeking an experienced Finance Manager for a leading FMCG business in the South West Region. This role, which offers a hybrid work environment with travel, involves strategic financial planning and collaboration with key stakeholders to drive commercial performance and mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with CIMA/ACCA/ACA.
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing or fresh produce is essential.
• Proven ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Branch Managers for financial insight.
• Deliver accurate reporting: budgets and forecasts.
• Identify risks and influence decision-making.

Skills

Financial Insight

Communication

Analytical Skills

Commercial Acumen

Education

Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Tools

Advanced Excel

ERP System Experience

Job description

Finance Manager
55,000 - 60,000
South West Region
Home based with regular travel

Hamilton Woods are working with a leading FMCG business looking for an experienced Finance Manager. This role offers a unique opportunity to support a regional network, playing a pivotal part in strategic financial planning and operational decision-making.

The successful candidate will work closely with Branch Managers, Regional Directors, and the Head of Finance to drive commercial performance and identify areas of risk and opportunity across the region.

Key Responsibilties

• Partner with Branch Managers and Regional Directors to provide financial insight and challenge
• Deliver accurate reporting: budgets, forecasts, KPIs, and performance packs
• Identify risks, spot opportunities, and influence decision-making
• Analyse margins, monitor new business, and drive cost improvements
• Ensure strong financial controls, monthly balance sheet reconciliations, and accruals
• Support process improvements and ad-hoc strategic projects

Role Requirements

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or fresh produce
• Confident communicator who can influence non-finance stakeholders
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

If you're commercially driven, detail-focused, and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to (url removed)