Production and Logistics Finance Manager

TN United Kingdom; Faversham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production and Logistics Finance Manager, where your financial expertise will shape the future of operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning for one of Britain's oldest breweries. Collaborate with key stakeholders, drive performance improvements, and ensure alignment between financial and operational plans. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion, alongside attractive perks such as discounts, a pension plan, and a mental wellbeing platform. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic setting, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Company laptop and mobile phone

25% discount on food

25% discount on hotel bookings

Up to 40% discount at Visitor Centre Shop

Financial wellbeing app

Company Pension plan

Share Incentive Plan

Access to Mental Wellbeing Platform

25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or AAT required.
• Proficient in computerized accounting packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgeting and forecasting for Production and Logistics.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and lead review meetings.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

AAT

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Faversham, United Kingdom

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Finance

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Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you a proactive finance professional ready to make a meaningful impact? Are you dynamic and thrive in a fast-paced environment?

We have a unique opportunity to provide financial control and analysis for the Production and Logistics departments of Britain's Oldest Brewer.

As the Production and Logistics Finance Manager, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities. Your insights will drive performance improvements and strategic decisions. You will chair monthly review meetings with key stakeholders, offering recommendations that shape our future, and collaborate closely with our supply chain team to ensure seamless alignment between operational and financial plans.

What's in it for you?

• Company laptop and mobile phone (and other equipment) to assist with your duties
• 25% discount on food at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Sheps Hut discounts and offers at high street shops and services
• Financial wellbeing app and early wage withdrawal scheme
• Company Pension plan
• Share Incentive Plan
• Access to a Mental Wellbeing Platform
• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
• Full-time, 37.5 hours/week, 08:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday, with 1 hour unpaid lunch

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning for Production and Logistics
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, variance analysis, and performance metrics
• Lead monthly review meetings, providing insights and recommendations
• Create detailed finance reports to support business partners
• Coordinate with supply chain for alignment of operational and financial plans
• Assess operational financial aspects of capital investments for Board approval
• Participate in operational meetings, providing financial insights
• Set internal transfer prices for manufactured products
• Evaluate purchase price variances for input costs and procurement
• Coordinate stock counts with external auditors
• Partner with logistics providers to manage budgets and identify cost savings
• Manage HMRC excise and deferred duty ledgers, ensuring compliance
• Audit stock accuracy and value regularly
• Support procurement processes for raw and packaging materials
• Monitor utility consumption and forecast demand

The ideal candidate:

• Qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA, AAT
• Experience in Consumer Finance, Retail, or Manufacturing industries is desirable but not essential
• Proficient in computerized accounting packages; SAP experience is advantageous
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder relationship-building ability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Flexible and able to meet short deadlines

At Shepherd Neame, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation, and strive to create a respectful, supportive work environment.