Finance Manager

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Manager for a fast-growing manufacturing SME. This role involves ownership of the finance function, playing a key part in commercial decision-making, and leading a small finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, be a qualified accountant, and have experience managing cash flows and supplier negotiations. Salary is dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing or similar sector is essential.
• Proven track record managing cash-constrained environments.
• Strong people manager able to lead and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Improve management information reporting for KPI analysis.
• Support annual budgets with performance reporting.

Skills

Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Supplier negotiations

People management

Cash flow management

KPI and trend analysis

Job description

NXTGEN are recruiting a Finance Manager for a fast–growing manufacturing SME. This newly created Finance Manager role offers the chance to take ownership of the finance function, play a key part in commercial decision–making, and lead a small but committed team. The Finance Manager will also drive improvements across reporting, processes, and controls during an exciting period of change and investment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts (including group consolidations)
• Improve management information reporting to strengthen KPI and trend analysis
• Support annual budgets and forecasting, reporting performance against targets with clear financial insight
• Deliver rolling cash flow forecasts and manage day–to–day cash flow
• Oversee supplier payment strategy, ensuring effective prioritisation and negotiation
• Support and develop the small finance team
• Act as a point of contact for external auditors and ensure strong systems and controls are maintained
• Oversee VAT returns and other compliance areas
• Provide additional financial analysis to support wider business decision–making

Qualifications

• Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Manufacturing or similar sector background is essential
• Proven track record managing cash–constrained environments and supplier negotiations
• Strong people manager able to lead, motivate, and support staff
• Confident and resilient, able to influence and challenge senior stakeholders in a direct SME culture

If you're looking for a Finance Manager role where you can truly make your mark and support a growing SME on its next chapter, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary offered is dependent on experience