Finance Manager

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager for a fast-growing SME in the UK. The role involves managing the finance function, leading a small team, and driving improvements in reporting and processes. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with a manufacturing background and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or similar sector is essential.
• Proven track record managing cash-constrained environments.
• Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
• Improve management information reporting.
• Support annual budgets and forecasting.
• Deliver cash flow forecasts and manage cash flow.
• Oversee supplier payment strategy.

Skills

Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Strong people manager

Confident and resilient

Job description

Overview

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.

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

About You

• 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