Senior Finance Manager - Scale-up Manufacturing

EVera Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking recruitment firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Finance Controller with a strong background in Manufacturing or Engineering. This role involves ownership of financial operations, cashflow forecasts, and HR administration. Candidates should have substantial experience in finance roles and be adept at managing accounting processes within a start-up or scale-up environment. An ideal opportunity for hands-on professionals looking to make an impact and grow within a vibrant setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing or Engineering required.
• Must have experience in a Start-up/Scale-up environment.
• Strong background in finance roles like Finance Manager or Senior Bookkeeper.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations including record maintenance.
• Prepare month-end reports and forecasts for decision-making.
• Oversee HR and compliance with employment policies.

Skills

Financial operations management

Cashflow forecasting

Payroll coordination

Financial modelling

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an operational Finance Controller from Manufacturing or Engineering with Start-up/Scale-up experience.

This role will take ownership of setting up financial systems & processes within a scaling manufacturing organisation.

The Financial Controller will:

• Own and manage the company’s day‑to‑day financial operations, including maintaining accurate records and overseeing payables, receivables, and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain full visibility of the company’s cashflow position, producing short- and medium‑term forecasts to support informed financial decision‑making.
• Prepare month‑end management information and reporting packs, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and smooth month‑end close processes.
• Coordinate payroll with external providers, managing monthly payroll inputs, approvals, and staff expense reimbursements.
• Support financial modelling, scenario planning, and forward‑looking analysis alongside the Finance Director to aid strategy and investment readiness.
• Oversee HR and people administration, including contracts, onboarding, personnel records, and compliance with employment policies.

Qualifications

• Experience working within Manufacturing or Engineering organisations (ESSENTIAL).
• Experience working in a Start-up/Scale-up environment (ESSENTIAL).
• Strong experience in a similar finance role (e.g., Finance Manager, Assistant FC, Senior Bookkeeper) within the manufacturing engineering industry.
• Excellent working knowledge of core accounting processes.
• Solid understanding of payables, receivables, and credit control, with the ability to manage them independently.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and accuracy in all financial work.

If you’re a hands‑on finance professional looking to step into a role with real ownership, impact, and room to grow, we’d love to hear from you. Apply online using an updated version of your CV and we will be in touch with you shortly!