Finance Manager

Farrer Barnes Limited; West Malling; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established multi-site organization in England is seeking a Finance Manager to support commercial teams and enhance financial decision-making. Key responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong business partnering skills and the ability to work under pressure. This role offers competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

Car allowance

Enhanced pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Additional benefits including PHI

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant status or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in management accounting or commercial finance needed.
• Must have strong business partnering skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive financial support to stakeholders.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Deliver financial analysis and performance reviews.
• Prepare monthly review packs and presentations.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or equivalent

Management accounting or commercial finance experience

Strong business partnering skills

Advanced Excel skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

About The Company: Our client is a well-established, multi‑site organisation recognised for delivering high‑quality products and services through a streamlined and efficient operation. With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, they have built a reputation for reliability and long‑term growth.

The Role: We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our client’s expanding division. This role will play a key part in supporting commercial teams, driving performance and strengthening financial decision‑making. As the organisation continues to grow into new markets, this position offers excellent opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Partnering: Provide proactive financial support, challenge and insight to commercial and operational stakeholders.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting cycles, ensuring accuracy and robust assumptions.
• Financial Analysis: Deliver variance analysis, performance reviews, margin management, and ad‑hoc insights to support strategic decisions.
• Reporting: Prepare monthly review packs, commentary, bridge statements and presentations for senior leaders.
• Controls & Compliance: Maintain strong financial controls, support internal and external audits, and ensure accurate documentation in line with company policies.
• Additional Responsibilities: Support currency assessments, rebate calculations, funding requests and wider project activity.

Desirable Skills:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or equivalent experience
• Experience in management accounting or commercial finance
• Strong business partnering skills with the ability to influence non‑finance teams
• Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to a fast‑paced environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Car allowance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional benefits including PHI

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Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.