Strategic Finance Manager — Drive Margins & Insights

Optima UK INC Ltd; Oakham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in Oakham is seeking a Finance Manager to support its largest customer account. The role involves partnering with teams to improve efficiency and profitability, preparing management accounts, and providing financial insights to senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with experience in food manufacturing and strong analytical skills. This position offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000, along with benefits including holiday and pension.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG is a plus.
• Confident communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations and commercial teams to improve efficiency and margins.
• Prepare and analyse management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Deliver financial modelling and margin analysis to support strategy.
• Present clear financial insights to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Job description

A leading food manufacturing business in Oakham is seeking a Finance Manager to support its largest customer account. The role involves partnering with teams to improve efficiency and profitability, preparing management accounts, and providing financial insights to senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with experience in food manufacturing and strong analytical skills. This position offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000, along with benefits including holiday and pension.