Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Progression to Financial Controller

West Yorkshire | Manufacturing | Full-time

A great opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to step into a broad, hands-on role with clear progression to Financial Controller.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business looking for someone proactive, commercially aware, and ready to take ownership. This role is ideal for a candidate moving from practice into industry, or a strong Finance Assistant / Finance Manager seeking their next step.

Key Responsibilities

Month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, journals

Preparation of management accounts with supporting analysis

Financial accounting

Year-end support and liaison with auditors

Cash flow forecasting and credit control ownership

Payroll, VAT returns, and financial compliance

Product costing and margin analysis

Supporting pricing, commercial decisions, and operational performance

About You

ACA qualified or equivalent

Financial Accounting experience

Strong Excel skills; Power BI a bonus

Detail-driven, organised, and proactive

Manufacturing experience helpful but not essential

Ideal for someone stepping from practice into industry