An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a highly respected logistics organisation in Northampton, where you will play a pivotal role in managing one of their largest open book contracts. This position offers you the chance to make a significant impact by ensuring financial integrity and supporting business growth within a thriving and supportive environment.
This opportunity is ideally placed for somebody with a background with logistics/3PL organisations
You'll:
* Oversee all financial aspects of a critical open book contract, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with relevant standards.
* Prepare detailed monthly management accounts, forecasts, and budgets while providing insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making.
* Collaborate closely with operational teams to ensure financial objectives align with business goals and contractual obligations.
* Monitor contract performance against key financial metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective solutions.
* Support internal and external audits by preparing comprehensive documentation and responding promptly to queries.
* Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders across finance, operations, and client teams to foster an environment of trust and transparency.
* Lead on variance analysis, investigating discrepancies between actuals and forecasts to provide clear explanations and recommendations.
You'll be/have:
* A recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
* Demonstrated experience in managing finances for large-scale open book contracts or projects within a logistics/3PL organisation.
* Proven ability to prepare detailed management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and conduct thorough variance analysis is vital for success.
* Excellent communication skills are necessary for building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels across finance and operations.
* Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail enables you to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within complex datasets.
Package wise, on offer is £60,000-£62,000, plus a bonus & strong car allowance.
This is a hybrid role, spending ~3 days on site in Northampton/with client and WFH 2 days per week.
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