My client is a market leading manufacturer and retailer supplying both the B2C and B2B markets. The position is an integral part of a team of finance professionals, responsible for all aspects of financial and management reporting for the Group's Operations, comprising the Production, Recycling and Supply chain functions.
The Finance Operations team is a cornerstone of the Group's Finance function, and a critical business partner to the Group's Chief Operating Officer and to the Operations leadership team. We work with them to evaluate performance, identify opportunities and issues, and formulate actions to give the Group the best possible chance of achieving its strategic and commercial targets.
Responsibilities
* Preparation of monthly management accounts and analysis of financial performance for manufacturing operations with revenues of c.£100m.
* Perform variance analysis for P&L line items, including raw materials, other manufacturing costs and overheads.
* Understand manufacturing efficiencies, production yield and overhead cost absorption.
* Prepare materials for presentation to COO and his leadership team, including performance commentary.
* Interpret results for the Production leadership team in an accessible manner.
* Prepare operational dashboards (KPIs) and commentary for internal and external stakeholders.
* Business partner to the site leadership team.
* CAPEX reporting.
* Monthly forecasting.
* Track Continuous Improvement initiatives.
* Preparation of annual budgets.
Personal Qualities
* Strong team player, comfortable sharing responsibilities and supporting colleagues during peak activity periods or holidays.
* Ability to work well with operational staff and translate operational opportunities and issues into financial outputs.
* Proactive and positive approach.
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and prioritise accordingly.
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills
* Strong academic qualifications.
* CIMA or ACCA qualified accountant.
* Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
* Familiarity with SAP, especially production and financial modules.
* Full UK driver's licence required.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work as part of a high‑calibre finance team at a senior level, partnering the senior operations team across a number of disciplines.
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