Northampton Hybrid Working
£50,000 to £60,000
Blusource are working with a growing manufacturing business in Northampton to recruit a Manufacturing Finance Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded finance professional to join a business offering genuine long term progression and development.
This role sits within a fast paced manufacturing environment, so previous manufacturing experience is essential. The business is looking for someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, analysing data, understanding manufacturing performance and providing meaningful commercial insight.
The successful candidate will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, reporting and costing analysis, with a strong focus on standard costing, BOM analysis and identifying variances across manufacturing operations. The role will suit someone analytical and detail focused who enjoys getting underneath the numbers rather than purely producing reports.
Key responsibilities will include:
Standardised costing and costing analysis
BOM analysis and manufacturing performance reporting
Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
Investigating variances and PPVs
Developing and improving reporting processes
Supporting operational and commercial decision making
Producing insightful analysis using Power BI and reporting toolsThe business is open to both qualified and qualified by experience candidates, with experience considered more important than qualifications. Power BI experience would be highly advantageous, alongside strong Excel and analytical skills.
The ideal candidate will have:
Previous manufacturing finance experience, essential
Strong standard costing experience
Experience working with BOMs
Strong reporting and analytical capability
Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
Power BI experience would be highly beneficialThis is a hybrid role and offers excellent progression potential, including the opportunity to develop into a wider group focused position with possible future international exposure as the business continues to grow.
The company is looking to move quickly with interviews taking place via an initial Teams call followed by a face to face meeting.
If you are looking for a commercially focused manufacturing finance role with genuine progression opportunities, please apply now
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year