Financial Consultant/ Contractor

Artemis Human Capital; Newtownabbey; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing organisation in Newtownabbey is seeking an experienced Financial Consultant to lead financial activities during a transitional period. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to enhance financial operations. Candidates should possess over 10 years of relevant experience and a strong background in financial processes, especially within manufacturing. Responsibilities include overseeing budgeting, enhancing financial controls, and partnering with leadership for improved decision-making.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in finance, consulting, or financial leadership.
• Experience within manufacturing or international multi-site organisations.
• Strong understanding of core financial processes and controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and support across two UK sites.
• Review and enhance existing financial systems, controls, and reporting processes.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Skills

Financial leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

ERP systems (IFS preferred)

Job description

Overview

A global manufacturing organisation is seeking a experienced Financial Consultant to support its UK operations through a period of change and process improvement. This interim assignment offers the chance to make an immediate impact in a complex, international business environment.

The Opportunity

You’ll act as a key finance partner to local management and the international leadership team, reviewing financial processes, supporting month-end close, and strengthening reporting and control frameworks. This is a hands-on role suited to a finance professional who combines strategic insight with operational expertise.

What’s on Offer

• £60k – £70k pro-rated (d.o.e)
• Hybrid working
• Opportunity to shape and strengthen financial operations in a respected global business

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and support across two UK sites
• Review and enhance existing financial systems, controls, and reporting processes
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Support the preparation of monthly and year-end reports
• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve decision-making and cost visibility
• Contribute to ERP optimisation projects (experience with IFS or similar systems advantageous)
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and assist with audit preparations

About You

• 10+ years’ experience in finance, consulting, or financial leadership
• Experience within manufacturing or international multi-site organisations
• Strong understanding of core financial processes and controls
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (IFS preferred, others welcome)
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to quickly assess, recommend, and implement process improvements

Apply below or get in touch with Marc Norton at Artemis Human Capital for full information.