Finance ManagerLocation: HullSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience You will join a growing, internationally backed manufacturing business as the number two in finance, working closely with an experienced Finance Director who is committed to developing their successor. From day one, you'll be involved in more than reporting. You'll contribute to strategic decisions, challenge performance, and take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of the finance function. This is a role for someone who wants to step beyond the numbers, influence how the business operates, and build towards a future Finance Director position, without the usual guesswork around when or how that happens.The Opportunity You will act as the number two in finance, partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver insight, improve processes and support ambitious growth plans.Key Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, group reporting and financial submissions to strict deadlines
Drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning
Provide meaningful commercial insight to support operational and strategic decisions
Take ownership of working capital, cashflow forecasting and financial controls
Oversee VAT and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Build, mentor and develop a small finance team
Partner with departments across operations, supply chain and commercial teams
Support investment decisions, cost control initiatives and strategic projects
Strengthen systems, processes and governance to enable scalable growth
About You
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong track record of managing full financials (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow)
Confident in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
Commercially astute with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders
Experience leading or developing teams
Comfortable operating in a hands-on, site-based role
Ambitious, driven and keen to progress into a senior leadership position
Why Apply?
Clear pathway to Finance Director
High level of exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing business
Supportive environment focused on development and progression
International exposure within a wider group structure
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