Finance Manager

Your new company
Your new company is a leader in their field, based near Alfreton and, following a sustained period of growth, are seeking a Finance Manager to join their finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in the finance team and deputise for the Finance Director. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to grow their career in a SME environment.

Your new role
Your new role will include but not be limited to:

Production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
Year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting support
Strong Excel skills and experience improving/reporting via ERP systems
Rebate accounting and revenue recognition
Stock accounting, inventory reconciliations, and manufacturing cost analysis
Gross margin reporting and commercial performance insight
Budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
Variance analysis and operational decision support
Robust financial controls and process improvement implementation
Identification of efficiencies and reporting enhancements
Team leadership, including payroll and credit control oversight
Stakeholder engagement with finance and non-finance teams
Business partnering to support operational and commercial functions
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills
Hands-on, proactive approach within fast-paced SME environments
What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience in a similar role and the ability to deputise for the FD
Fully qualified CIMA/ACCA or part-qualified or studying towards qualification, or qualified by experience
Proactive, process improvement mindset
Hands-on team support and leadership
Strong communication & business partnering skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced SME environment
What you'll get in return

Up to £55,000 DOE
Study support available if studying qualification
On-site working
2 direct reports
28 days holiday (inc. BH)
AE pension or 6%/6%
Sick leave
8.30-5 Monday to Friday
What you need to do now

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