Strategic Finance Leader – FP&A & Manufacturing Ops

Broster Buchanan; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Job summary

A high-growth manufacturing business in Peterborough is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead internal reporting and operational finance functions. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience, ideally in a product-led manufacturing or FMCG environment. Responsibilities include month-end close ownership, financial business partnering, and driving the finance team’s accountability. This role promises an impactful career in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent role.
• Proven record in a product-led, manufacturing or FMCG business preferred.
• Deep technical accounting capability across financial reporting and balance sheet management.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the month-end close process and management accounts.
• Drive automation and system improvement across the finance function.
• Partner with the CEO and ELT to provide financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

Leadership

Commercial insight

ERP proficiency

Advanced Excel

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Tools

Manufacturing-oriented ERP systems

Job description

A high-growth manufacturing business in Peterborough is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to lead internal reporting and operational finance functions. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience, ideally in a product-led manufacturing or FMCG environment. Responsibilities include month-end close ownership, financial business partnering, and driving the finance team’s accountability. This role promises an impactful career in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.