A leading global manufacturer is looking for a Site Finance Manager to join its finance leadership team at a key operational site near Bolton.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional with strong manufacturing finance experience to play a critical role in driving site performance and supporting strategic decision-making.
Working closely with the Plant Manager and Site Leadership Team, you will provide financial insight, lead planning and forecasting processes, and help improve operational and financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with the Plant Manager and operational leaders to drive financial performance and cost improvements
* Manage 2 members of the finance team
* Lead site budgeting and forecasting, including volumes, manufacturing costs, factory variances, fixed costs, Capex and inventory
* Deliver monthly financial reporting, analysing and explaining variances against budget and forecast
* Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decisions and business cases
* Oversee cost accounting and manufacturing performance analysis
* Monitor headcount vs budget and FX forecasting
* Ensure strong financial controls and compliance
* Act as the key contact for internal and external financial audits
* Manage and develop the onsite finance team, including a Management Accountant and Finance Analyst
Requirements
The successful applicant will need a professional accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) and strong manufacturing finance experience.
Management accounts, cost accounting and inventory valuation is also required as is experience working with an ERP system.
Hours and Benefits
* On site role, 36 hours per week with flexible start/finish
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Bonus – management level
* Private Healthcare
* Defined Pension Scheme with x4 Life Insurance