Finance Manager

We’re working with a successful and growing manufacturing business in Sheffield that is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, support operational performance and provide commercial insight to senior stakeholders.

This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, combining financial management with budgeting, forecasting and analysis to support decision-making, improve profitability and drive continued business growth.

Responsibilities:

Overseeing monthly management accounts, financial reporting and key performance indicators.
Managing budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis, working closely with budget holders and operational teams.
Providing financial insight and recommendations to Directors and senior management to support business decisions.
Monitoring revenue, costs, margins, profitability, cash flow and working capital.
Analysing manufacturing costs, production performance and overheads, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
Supporting month-end and year-end processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
Developing financial models, KPIs and analysis to support business planning and investment decisions.
Working closely with production and operational teams to improve cost control, financial understanding and accountability.
Maintaining effective financial controls, processes and governance.
Identifying opportunities to improve financial reporting, systems and processes.
Supporting external accountants, auditors and wider finance projects as required.
The client is looking for:

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Management Accountant or similar role.
Strong management accounting, financial reporting and analytical skills.
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and cost control.
Strong commercial awareness, ideally with experience in a manufacturing environment.
An understanding of manufacturing costs, margins, stock and production performance would be advantageous.
Excellent Excel skills and experience using finance and accounting systems.
A sound understanding of financial controls and month-end processes.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with both finance and non-finance teams.
A proactive, hands-on approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and drive improvements.
If you’re an experienced finance professional looking for a Finance Manager role in Sheffield, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams, helping to improve financial performance, control costs and support the company’s continued growth.

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