Finance Manager

Marks Sattin; Stone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable FMCG organisation is seeking a Finance Manager in Stone, England. This newly created role involves overseeing financial operations, preparing management accounts, and leading budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in manufacturing or FMCG, strong communication skills, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. This position offers a full-time contract with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Enhanced pension contributions

Generous holiday allowance

Access to various retail discounts

Qualifications

• Be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). QBE will be considered.
• Have a strong accounting background within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preparation of weekly and monthly management accounts.
• Monitoring and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Supporting annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Business Central

Navision

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Stone

Working Pattern: Permanent

Salary: Up to £60,000 p.

Marks Sattin are working in partnership with a reputable FMCG organisation based in Stone, Staffordshire to recruit a Finance Manager on a full-time permanent basis. This is a newly created position following organisational growth. The role will be a broadly site-based role, with a minimum of 4 days expected in the office. Therefore applicants must be within a commutable distance. This role requires a commercially astute Finance Manager to oversee financial operations within one of its key product divisions. This role offers the opportunity to play a central part in driving performance and supporting strategic decision-making in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

As Finance Manager, you will report to the Head of Finance and will take full ownership of financial reporting and analysis for a specialist product line within the business. You\'ll work closely with operational teams to challenge performance, support planning cycles, and ensure compliance with financial standards and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preparation of weekly and monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and performance commentary
• Monitoring and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational efficiency
• Supporting annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
• Supervising a team of three: 2x Sales Ledger and 1x Purchase Ledger professionals, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of financial duties
• Preparing VAT returns, cash flow forecasts, and capital expenditure reports
• Maintaining financial systems and dashboards
• Coordinating year-end and internal audits, ensuring readiness and compliance
• Liaising with external bodies including HMRC to ensure statutory obligations are met

Qualifications

• Be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). QBE will be considered
• Have a strong accounting background within manufacturing or FMCG
• Be proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Have experience with Microsoft-based ERP systems - i.e. Microsoft Dynamics 365, Business Central, Navision etc (ideal, not essential)
• Have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Be detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset
• Live within a commutable distance as there is a minimum expectation of 4 days per week on-site

What you get in return

• A fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and forward-thinking organisation that truly values its employees
• An opportunity to learn and develop under a remarkable Senior Leadership Team
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Generous holiday allowance with option to purchase additional days
• Access to various retail discounts

Interested? Please do not hesitate to apply!