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Im working with a UK business specialising in drink manufacturing. They are scaling the business nationally and positioning themselves as a market leader in the on:trade and off:trade.
The role will be split across supporting the Finance division of the business and other responsibilities, such as IT and Properties.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the finance and commercial function, aligning financial and operational performance with company growth objectives, and advising the MD and Board on strategy, profitability, and market expansion.
* Ensure accurate financial reporting across the UK in compliance with UK GAAP and local regulations; oversee audits, tax compliance, and excise duty obligations.
* Deliver monthly management accounts, KPI dashboards, and profitability reports for both production and sales channels; provide actionable insights on sales performance, product margins, and cost trends to inform strategic decisions.
* Develop and manage budgets and forecasts, including production, sales, and marketing spend; analyse variances and recommend actions to optimise profitability and working capital.
* Oversee cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships, ensuring liquidity and efficiency across production, export, and domestic operations.
* Manage all core finance operations (payroll, ledgers, stock, COGS, revenue recognition) while ensuring strong internal controls, compliance with alcohol duty regulations, and continuous process improvements.
* Lead the IT and systems function, ensuring ERP, reporting, and e:commerce platforms support commercial operations, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance.
* Oversee property, lease, and rental obligations for production and storage facilities, negotiating terms, managing costs, and ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
* Partner closely with sales, production, operations, and marketing teams to drive commercial decision:making, optimise route:to:market strategies, and maximise profitability across on:trade and off:trade channels.
* Support strategic initiatives such as new market entry, product launches, and partnership deals, providing financial modelling, scenario planning, and commercial insight.
The Successful Candidate
* Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) is preferable.
* Experience within the FMCG industry, ideally in a F and B business.
* Experience of being in a Finance Managerial role covering all areas of the finance function.
* Experience in data management and reporting.
* Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulae (e.g., VLOOKUP, IFERROR) and the ability to build and analyse pivot tables.
* A solid understanding of IT network systems.
* Team player with strong numeracy and verbal communication skills.
* Adaptable, solution:oriented, and able to thrive in fast:changing environments.
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