Senior Finance Manager

Michael Page; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Manager to support accurate financial reporting, robust controls and statutory compliance across the business in Maidstone, United Kingdom. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will influence financial and operational decision-making and partner with senior leaders on budgeting, forecasting and system improvements.

The role requires ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification, strong management accounting and month-end experience, and a proactive, independent worker with

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (Fully Qualified).
• Strong management accounting and month-end reporting experience.
• Good technical accounting knowledge, including FRS 102.
• Experience supporting audits and statutory compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly management accounts process, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and maintain control accounts.
• Produce monthly KPI reporting, analysis and commentary.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and ad-hoc analysis.
• Act as deputy to the Head of Finance and own the management accounts when required.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with policies and standards.
• Support year-end audits with schedules and working papers.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with statutory compliance.
• Drive process improvements to strengthen controls and reporting efficiency.
• Manage cashflow forecasting and monitor working capital.
• Provide financial information to department managers to support decision making.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects and system improvements.

Skills

Management accounting

Month-end reporting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Excel proficiency

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, the Finance Manager will support the delivery of accurate financial reporting, robust financial controls, and statutory compliance across the business. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence financial and operational decision-making.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and highly respected market leader operating within the manufacturing and distribution sector. They are seeking a Finance Manager to join their leadership team and play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Description

Finance Manager Responsibilities include;

Financial Reporting & Month-End

• Leading key elements of the monthly management accounts process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining accurate control accounts.
• Producing monthly KPI reporting, financial analysis, and insightful commentary.
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Acting as deputy to the Head of Finance and taking ownership of the management accounts process when required.

Financial Control & Compliance

• Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Supporting year-end audits through the preparation of audit schedules and working papers.
• Preparing VAT returns and assisting with statutory compliance requirements.
• Driving process improvements to strengthen controls and reporting efficiency.

Cashflow, Operations & Business Partnering

• Managing short and medium‑term cashflow forecasting and identifying risks and opportunities.
• Monitoring working capital performance, including debtors, creditors, and inventory metrics.
• Supporting operational finance activities across the ledger functions.
• Providing financial information and analysis to departmental managers to support strategic decision making.
• Contributing to finance transformation projects, system improvements, and automation initiatives.

Profile

The successful candidate will be a technically strong and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys operating within a fast‑paced environment.

The Successful Finance Manager will have:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification. (Fully Qualified)
• Strong management accounting and month‑end reporting experience.
• Good technical accounting knowledge, including FRS 102.
• Experience supporting audits and statutory compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Experience within manufacturing, distribution, inventory‑led businesses, ERP systems, or finance transformation projects would be advantageous.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to strategic finance projects and business improvement initiatives.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment within a growing and successful business.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.