Finance Manager / Management Accountant

WH Finance Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding manufacturing firm in the UK is seeking a Management Accountant / Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and lead planning for international expansion. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing or engineering, strong commercial awareness, and proficiency in accounting software. Join a dynamic team to support strategic growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented; capable of both strategy and execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting including P&L and cash flow.
• Manage payroll, VAT and compliance.
• Lead monthly management accounts and board-level financial reporting.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Proficient in accounting software

Excel-based modelling

Experience in international business planning

Job description

Overview

Our client is a rapidly expanding international manufacturing/engineering business and they are now looking to recruit a Management Accountant / Finance Manager to oversee UK financial operations and lead the financial planning for their expansion strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Core Finance & Accounting (UK Business)

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations supported by part qualified financial assistant.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow.
• Manage payroll, VAT, HMRC compliance, and liaise with external accountants/auditors.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and systems.
• Lead monthly management accounts and board-level financial reporting.

Strategic & International Expansion Support

• Develop robust financial models and investment cases for international ventures (startup or acquisition).
• Support due diligence on potential overseas acquisitions or JV partners.
• Create budgets and forecasts aligned with strategic growth goals.
• Provide cost accounting analysis to support operational decisions.

Essential Qualifications/experience required

• Strong commercial awareness with experience in manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented; capable of both strategy and execution.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel-based modelling.
• Experience in international business planning or cross-border finance is desirable.

Interviews are ongoing so apply now.