Finance Manager

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

Job summary

A leading company in battery technologies is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and reporting. This role involves managing the finance team, delivering insights for efficiency, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates will have ACCA or CIMA qualifications and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

High-performing finance function

Dynamic work environment

Emphasis on technology and improvement

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a senior finance role, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong command of accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Experience managing and developing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Produce monthly consolidated management accounts.
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and budgeting processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Planning

Communication

Proactive change implementation

Education

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Advanced Excel

ERP systems (IFS preferred)

Job description

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Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About ABT

At Alexander Battery Technologies (ABT), we design and manufacture custom battery packs for high-performance applications across the globe. As a fast-growing business, our success is powered by our people, our innovation, and our commitment to continuous improvement.

We’re now seeking a Finance Manager to manage our finance operations as we continue to scale. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, hands-on finance professional to make a significant impact and help shape the financial future of the business.

Role Overview

The Finance Manager will be responsible for all day-to-day finance operations and financial reporting. Working closely with the CFO and the wider business, the role will deliver insights that drive efficiency, improve profitability, and reduce financial risk. The post holder will manage the Finance Team and play a key role in supporting data-led, commercial decision-making across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting for UK and GmbH company.
• Produce monthly consolidated management accounts in line with accounting standards and group policies.
• Manage and mentor the Finance Team, supporting their development and performance
• Analyse overheads and margins, delivering actionable insights to management
• Prepare annual financial statements, manage external audits, and coordinate tax submissions
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts, financial plans and budgeting processes
• Report on financial KPIs and performance ensuring timely and accurate visibility to drive improvements
• Manage and support with funding or grant applications
• Continued improvement on automation and digital solutions to streamline financial processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, including VAT and other filings
• Contribute to broader business improvement initiatives across departments

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent)
• Proven track record in a senior finance role, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Technical Skills:
• Strong command of accounting standards and financial regulations
• Advanced Excel skills and strong ERP system experience (IFS preferred)
• Skilled in financial analysis, forecasting, and planning
• Experience managing and developing finance teams
• Clear and confident communicator, capable of engaging across all levels
• Proactive in identifying efficiencies and implementing change

Why Join ABT?

• Manage and develop a high-performing finance function
• Work closely with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
• Be part of a company that embraces technology and continuous improvement

Please note: We do not accept unsolicited CVs or contact from recruitment agencies. All recruitment is managed in-house, and we will not be engaging external agencies for this vacancy.