FMCG Finance Manager: Lead Month-End & Group Reporting

Niche Recruitment Ltd; Shaw; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager for a major player in the UK drinks market, Freixenet Copestick. This role emphasizes financial reporting, compliance, and team leadership within a vibrant FMCG environment. Responsibilities include month-end closes, overseeing VAT submissions, managing the Accounts Payable team, and preparing group reporting. Candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in a multi-entity setting and possess strong communication skills. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong technical skills.
• Experience in FMCG or multi-entity business environments.
• Confidence in presenting financial data to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close, producing timely management accounts.
• Prepare group reporting packs and support budgeting processes.
• Manage and develop the Accounts Payable team.

Skills

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of financial reporting

Proficient in SAP

Proficient in Excel

Proven team leader

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager for a major player in the UK drinks market, Freixenet Copestick. This role emphasizes financial reporting, compliance, and team leadership within a vibrant FMCG environment. Responsibilities include month-end closes, overseeing VAT submissions, managing the Accounts Payable team, and preparing group reporting. Candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in a multi-entity setting and possess strong communication skills. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a people-first culture.