Urgent Requirement – Senior Financial Analyst (Manufacturing)
£500–£600 per day (Inside IR35)
Hertfordshire – minimum 2 days onsite (parking available)
Initial 6-month contract (potential to extend or go permanent)
We're partnering with a global organisation to hire a hands-on finance contractor to support their manufacturing and operations teams. You will consolidate the reporting from five international factory sites (each with their own Finance Manager). This is an opportunity to add real value from day one, working closely with leaders in manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, and quality.
What you'll be doing
* Delivering robust cost reporting across global operations, including absorption analysis and variance reporting
* Leading on inventory transparency, reporting, and policy compliance
* Supporting SAP ECC 6.0 initiatives to drive automation and consistency
* Partnering with senior stakeholders to provide strategic financial insight and influence decision-making
* Managing the annual cost roll process and standard costing structures
* Contributing to board reporting, financial planning, and forecasting
What we're looking for in the ideal candidate:
* Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or equivalent
* Strong experience in manufacturing / inventory accounting
* Advanced Excel & Power Query skills; confident working with large datasets
* Hands-on experience with SAP ECC 6.0
* Strong commercial mindset – able to challenge, influence, and partner effectively at senior level
Why join?
This isn't a back-office role. You'll be at the heart of global operations, making a visible impact on performance and decision-making. It's a chance to:
* Work on high-profile projects with senior leadership exposure
* Gain international operations experience across multiple sites
* See your analysis directly shape operational and strategic outcomes
If you're a proactive finance professional who can hit the ground running in a complex manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or message me directly for more details.