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:
* Provide leadership to a team of 4 Management Accountants
* Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and commentary
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and internal controls
* Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, monitoring performance and providing insight
* Drive system and process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy (SAP)
* Support finance transformation and automation initiatives across the group
* Act as a strategic finance business partner to operational leaders
* Strengthen governance, support external audit, and maintain a robust control environment
Requirements:
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
* Strong management accounting, consolidation, and analytical capability
* Experience improving processes, systems, and controls
* Advanced Excel and ERP literacy (SAP preferred)
* Able to operate at pace and step into leadership quickly
Benefits:
* £55k - £65k salary
* Annual bonus
* Hybrid working: 2 days WFH