Regional Finance Manager

Fresh People Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in fresh produce is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to provide financial leadership across key sites in the South West. This role requires a CIMA or ACCA qualified accountant with experience in FMCG or food wholesale. The ideal candidate will deliver financial reporting and support management decisions, while ensuring compliance with controls. Excellent communication and adaptability are essential, along with a willingness to travel regularly across the region.

Qualifications

• CIMA / ACCA qualified accountant with experience in FMCG, fresh produce, or food wholesale.
• Strong communicator and relationship builder across all business levels.
• Proactive, results-driven, and adaptable to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver financial reporting, forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Support branch managers and regional directors with insights and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and company policies.
• Lead margin management, performance benchmarking, and process improvements.

Skills

CIMA / ACCA qualification

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Proactive and results-driven

Job description

Intro Paragraph

Were recruiting for a Regional Finance Manager to join a global leader in the fresh produce industry. Based in Bristol, this role covers 3 key sites across the South West, providing financial leadership, commercial insights, and strategic guidance to drive performance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver financial reporting, forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Support branch managers and regional directors with insights and decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and company policies.
• Lead margin management, performance benchmarking, and process improvements.

The Ideal Candidate

CIMA / ACCA qualified accountant with experience in FMCG, fresh produce, or food wholesale.

Strong communicator and relationship builder across all business levels.

Proactive, results‑driven, and adaptable to changing environments.

Willingness to travel regularly across the region, with potential overnight stays in Southampton.

Call to Action

Ready to take on a new challenge with a global leader? Apply today or reach out for more details!