Finance Manager | Milton Keynes

I have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a great, consistently growing business. The role will suit a focused Finance Manager who will oversee the site, financial performance whilst continuously developing, managing and implementing the relevant projects/measures to meet the needs of the business.

What will a typical day look like as Finance Manager?

• You will be a key part of the site leadership team, providing support during the next phase of growth whilst having overall responsibility for monthly site management accounts, reporting on variances to weeklies, budget, and prior year.
• Lead the onsite finance team, creating a supportive, continuous improvement and high-performance culture.
• Support the drive of Commercial & Operational initiatives.
• Drive sustainable margin improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Review all capital proposals to ensure these are financially sound.
• Ensure accurate forecasting of capital project spend and benefits, ensuring this aligns to the approved capital proposal and escalating any delays/pull forwards.
• Daily and weekly KPI reporting.
• Ensure strong overhead control across all functions by educating and promoting a cost awareness culture.
• Review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Regular forecasting of site performance.
• Annual budgeting of site performance.
• Monitor internal controls to ensure they are robust and effective in managing and mitigating key business risks.

Is this you?

You'll be a qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA) and have had previous experience working in the FMCG sector. You'll also ideally have ERP knowledge and possess excellent Excel skills. It's essential that you're a great communicator and be comfortable and confident liaising with various stakeholders at all levels.

If you're interested in applying for the role, please contact me on either 01780 480530 or at natalie.overland@morepeople.co.uk. Please quote job title and location OR NO18431.