Finance Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Leicester is seeking a Finance Manager to lead their finance team. This exciting role involves overseeing finance operations, managing a small support team, and ensuring accurate financial planning and analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing or production, with a CIMA qualification preferred. This position offers the opportunity for growth into a Financial Controller role, making it perfect for a hands-on leader looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production industries.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end finance operations, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Manage month and year-end routines in collaboration with the team.

Skills

Financial Planning

Analysis

Team Management

Attention to Detail

Pressure Handling

Education

CIMA Qualification

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Finance Manager

Location: Leicester

Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 Per Annum

About the Role

ER Recruitment is pleased to be working with our client on an exclusive basis to recruit for this brand new, exciting role based on the north side of Leicester. The team needs a supportive and encouraging manager who will allow them to work independently but also be a good sounding board.

Responsibilities of the Finance Manager

• Support the wider proficient finance team with queries, ensuring deadlines are met, and assist during peak periods or absences.
• Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including financial planning and analysis.
• Manage month and year-end routines in collaboration with the team.
• Perform reconciliations and analysis as required.
• Manage working capital and produce forecasts as needed.
• Conduct costing exercises and analyze relevant financial data.
• Act as the first point of contact for the Finance Director, providing business information.
• Assist with some of the Finance Director’s administrative tasks.

About You

• Experience in manufacturing or production industries.
• Previous experience managing a small support team.
• A hands-on leader who is willing to 'muck in' with the team and aims to progress into a Financial Controller role with potential for further growth.
• CIMA qualification preferred.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Discretion, trustworthiness, and confidence.