Finance Manager: Hybrid, High-Growth Manufacturing

Axon Moore; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth manufacturing business in East Cheshire is seeking a Finance Manager to lead financial strategy, manage reporting, and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or ACA with strong analytical and leadership skills. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, developing budgets, and supervising a small team. This role offers a hybrid work model after probation.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in a similar finance role.
• Familiarity with financial reporting standards and compliance.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenditures, and perform variance analysis.
• Conduct financial analysis and modelling to support business decisions.
• Manage accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, including tax filings and audits.
• Supervise and mentor Assistant Management Accountants.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Education

Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent

Tools

Power Query

Power BI

Job description

A high-growth manufacturing business in East Cheshire is seeking a Finance Manager to lead financial strategy, manage reporting, and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or ACA with strong analytical and leadership skills. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, developing budgets, and supervising a small team. This role offers a hybrid work model after probation.