Finance Manager

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Finance Manager, where your expertise in financial leadership and strategic analysis will drive success in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to manage financial operations, mentor a talented team, and implement process improvements. With a competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working hours and professional growth opportunities, this position is ideal for both emerging and seasoned finance professionals. Make a significant impact and shape the finance function in a people-first culture that values innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Pension

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or equivalent QBE experience required.
• Proven background in manufacturing or related sector essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations including management accounts and budgeting.
• Lead ERP system implementation and enhance financial reporting.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Strategic Analysis

ERP Systems

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Equivalent QBE Experience

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Finance Manager

Salary: GBP50,000 per annum plus benefits

Location: Hereford

Are you a proactive and commercially driven finance professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving business with a European presence and a reputation for innovation, quality, and operational excellence.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will be at the heart of financial leadership, responsible for delivering robust financial control, strategic analysis, and driving continuous process improvement. Working closely with senior leadership and reporting to the Group Finance Manager, you will manage all aspects of the finance function for this plant while supporting operational teams in achieving business goals. There are also two junior Accounts Admins reporting to the successful individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting
• Leading ERP system implementation (previous experience in this would be a significant advantage)
• Delivering insightful financial analysis to support decision-making and profitability
• Managing project accounting and enhancing financial reporting processes
• Mentoring and developing a talented finance team, including two direct reports (both AAT qualified, with one progressing onto ACCA)
• Preparing monthly management accounts and presenting financial performance to the board

Your Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent QBE experience
• Proven background in manufacturing or a related sector
• Experience with ERP systems and process improvement
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A commercial mindset and ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders

Benefits

• Core hours 9–5 with flexible working hours to support work–life balance
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including a car allowance, pension, health insurance, and life insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Join?

This role offers the chance to be part of a forward-thinking, people-first organization where flexibility and a positive working culture are highly valued. Whether you are stepping into your first Finance Manager role or bringing seasoned experience, this position provides a platform to shape the finance function and contribute to strategic business success.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.