£50k to £55k DOE | Hybrid Working | Beer, Devon
Our client is a long-established, innovative manufacturing and consumer products business with a strong reputation for quality and continuous improvement. Operating across multiple sites and serving UK and international markets, the organisation blends modern systems with a supportive culture grounded in collaboration, development, and shared success. With steady growth and future investment planned, they offer a positive and inclusive environment where people are genuinely valued.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to play a key role in the ongoing development of the finance function. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this position offers a mix of operational responsibility, team leadership, and strategic contribution. The successful candidate will take ownership of monthly financial reporting, support process and systems improvements, and help shape the future structure of the department. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to step into a role with real impact and long-term progression.
Responsibilities for the Finance Manager include:
* Lead the preparation of monthly consolidated P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
* Oversee and support finance team members, promoting development and strong performance.
* Manage budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, VAT returns, and audit requirements.
* Support wider business processes, systems development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal Finance Manager will have:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong statutory and management accounts experience.
* Advanced Excel skills with the ability to develop reporting tools and work confidently with ERP systems.
* Proven ability to mentor, support, and develop team members in a busy finance environment.
* Well organised, proactive, and comfortable building strong relationships across senior stakeholders.
Benefits package:
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
* Company pension with enhanced employer contributions over time.
* Life assurance.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Subsidised on-site canteen and free parking.
* Staff passes and discounts for on-site leisure facilities and retail.
* Additional employee perks linked to a supportive, people-focused culture.
If you are an ambitious finance professional looking for a varied role with progression and the chance to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today or get in touch with Cathedral Appointments for a confidential discussion.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Recruitment Consultant: Matt Wicks
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