Finance Manager – Perth (On-site)
Full-time | Permanent
A well-established and growing organisation within a fast-paced operational sector is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance function at one of its key sites in Perth.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll take ownership of financial reporting, drive performance insights, and partner closely with operational teams to support decision-making. If you enjoy being embedded in the business rather than sat in a silo of spreadsheets, this one’s for you.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for leading all aspects of site finance, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial control, and developing a high-performing local team.
Key responsibilities include:
Financial Control & Reporting
* Ownership of the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met with accuracy
* Production and review of management accounts, including full P&L and balance sheet reconciliations
* Maintaining robust balance sheet control and audit trails
* Investigating and explaining variances with clear, actionable insights
Budgeting & Performance
* Leading budgeting and forecasting processes at site level
* Preparing weekly and monthly forecasts aligned to operational drivers
* Developing KPI reporting to support performance improvement
* Supporting pricing reviews and margin analysis
Leadership & Team Management
* Managing, mentoring and developing a small finance team
* Creating a high-performance culture with clear accountability
Business Partnering
* Working closely with operational, commercial and transport teams
* Translating financial data into meaningful insights
* Supporting cost control, productivity analysis and planning
* Contributing to wider site leadership and continuous improvement initiatives
Systems & Controls
* Overseeing transactional accuracy within ERP systems
* Driving process improvements and identifying control gaps
* Supporting group reporting, audits and finance projects
About You
You’ll be a confident and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with the wider business.
Essential:
* Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
* Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or actively studying
* Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role
* Strong background in financial reporting and balance sheet control
* Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
* Experience within manufacturing, logistics, waste or similar operational environments
* Experience in a multi-site or group structure
* Strong ERP and reporting system experience
What’s on Offer
* A key leadership role within a growing, operationally focused business
* Opportunity to influence decision-making and drive improvements
* Collaborative and supportive working environment
STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Agency and a Recruitment Business. We endeavour to reply to all applications when possible however on occasions this may not be possible due to volumes of responses. STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities