Finance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and supply business is seeking a Finance Manager to establish financial frameworks for a major contract with an annual turnover of £60 million. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage all aspects of financial management, ensuring compliance and driving operational performance while developing robust processes.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Strong track record in Finance Manager role in logistics/supply chain.
• Experience managing closed book contracts is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and deliver to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end financial control and reporting for a £60m contract.
• Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, and budgets.
• Act as a business partner to operational leaders.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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My client is a cutting edge logistics and supply business. As they continue to grow and secure new business, we’re proud to announce a major contract with an annual turnover of £60 million. To support this exciting new venture, we’re looking for a commercially astute and hands-on Finance Manager to join our team in Avonmouth.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing the financial framework for a high-value operation from day one. Reporting directly to the Regional Finance Lead, you’ll be responsible for all aspects of financial management for the contract, from reporting and analysis to budgeting and stakeholder support.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end financial control and reporting for the £60m turnover closed book contract
• Develop robust financial processes and controls in line with standards and customer requirements
• Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, and budgets
• Provide detailed financial analysis and insight to drive operational performance
• Act as a business partner to operational leaders, supporting strategic decision-making
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external financial regulations
• Build strong relationships with the customer and internal stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)
• Strong track record in a similar Finance Manager role, ideally in a contract logistics or supply chain environment
• Experience managing closed book contracts is highly desirable
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver to tight deadlines
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g. SAP,Oracle, Excel, Power BI)

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a brand-new high-profile contract
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression within a global logistics leader
• A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment

Ready to take on a rewarding challenge with real impact? Apply now and be part of shaping the future of this growing business.