Operational Finance Manager | Hybrid, Process & Controls Lead

Marks Sattin Ltd; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Benefits package

Job summary

Marks Sattin Ltd is partnering with a high-profile manufacturing business to recruit a hands-on Finance Manager who can lead a six-strong team and drive operational excellence across finance. This role demands strong analytics, process improvement, and persuasive stakeholder engagement to challenge the status quo.

You will oversee daily finance operations, contribute to cost-saving initiatives, and back strategic initiatives like system upgrades and automation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven experience leading a small finance team in manufacturing/operational environments.
• Strong analytical skills and continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder influence and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of six finance professionals.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including management accounts.
• Drive process improvement initiatives across finance and operational workflows.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives, including margin analysis, waste reduction, and productivity improvements.
• Support strategic projects such as system upgrades, automation, and operational transformation.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Financial analysis

Cost optimization

Manufacturing experience

ERP systems

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Marks Sattin Ltd is partnering with a high-profile manufacturing business to recruit a hands-on Finance Manager who can lead a six-strong team and drive operational excellence across finance. This role demands strong analytics, process improvement, and persuasive stakeholder engagement to challenge the status quo.

You will oversee daily finance operations, contribute to cost-saving initiatives, and back strategic initiatives like system upgrades and automation in a fast-paced environment.