Qualified Finance Manager, Manufacturing background in Kent Your new company Working for one of the most respected and established manufacturing organisations in the UK that pride themselves on promoting inclusion, authenticity and individuality. They strive to ensure that all colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected and valued. Your new role They are currently looking to appoint a Qualified Finance Manager for one of their operations in Mid/East Kent. You will be business partnering with the leadership team and your remit will involve overseeing day-to-day financial control and providing in-depth analysis to drive performance improvements through the reporting forecasting cycle. Within this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the overall success of the site through clear communication and strong business partnering. A full job description can be supplied, but a summary of your responsibilities will include: *Control, analysis and communication of site overhead spends, volume movement and variances to standard costs *Ensure stock counts are completed in line with expectations *Completion and presentation of weekly / monthly reporting cycle (Financial Performance Reports, forecasts, Key Performance *Reporting timely and accurate information to site teams and the wider business - both financial and non-financial *Preparation and presentation of site budgets and forecasts, ensuring they are accurate, robust, challenged and understood *Communication of forecasts and budgets to site teams to drive understanding and accountability *Manage annual and periodic requirements of costing activities and analysis of COGS and margin impact. What you'll need to succeed Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)Previous finance experience from a manufacturing background Advanced Excel and SAP skills Demonstrable business partnering experience with senior stakeholders What you'll get in return Salary of up to £75,000 per annum Car allowance Bonus scheme Private medical insurance Enhanced pension scheme with life assurance Holiday purchase scheme Sharesave scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4696785