Job Description
I'm representing a £300m international FMCG group recruiting a Finance Manager to support a major expansion of the group. This role has been created specifically to enable rapid progression – you’ll step into the Group Finance Manager remit within 6-12 months, sitting above and eventually leading a capable team of four Management Accountants.
This role plays a critical part in delivering accurate, timely group reporting, driving system and process improvements, and acting as a strategic finance partner across the organisation. You’ll also be central to budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring financial integrity as the group continues to scale.
Key responsibilities:
1. Provide leadership to a team of 4 Management Accountants
2. Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and commentary
3. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and internal controls
4. Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, monitoring performance and providing insight
5. Drive system and process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy (SAP)
6. Support finance transformation and automation initiatives across the group
7. Act as a strategic finance business partner to operational leaders
8. Strengthen governance, support external audit, and maintain a robust control environmen...