Finance Manager

Finance Manager | Tamworth | Permanent | Salary circa £50,000 | Office Based | Pathway to Financial Controller

Are you the type of Finance Manager who enjoys identifying opportunities, driving improvements and making a genuine commercial impact?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business seeking a high-calibre Finance Manager who is hungry to make a difference. This is not a role for someone who simply wants to produce month-end accounts; we’re looking for a driven, ambitious individual who wants to influence decision-making, lead projects, improve processes and help shape the future direction of the business.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role within the finance function while leading a team of four. You will be trusted to use your initiative, think outside the box and influence decision-making across the wider business.

This role offers a genuine progression pathway to Financial Controller for the right individual.

The Opportunity

As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and meaningful financial information while driving efficiencies and supporting commercial decision-making across the business.

Key responsibilities include

Producing monthly management accounts and delivering insightful variance analysis

Managing weekly P&L reporting and performance analysis

Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management

Coordinating the month-end process to ensure reporting deadlines are achieved

Inventory accounting, stock reconciliations and cost analysis

Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset registers

Managing VAT returns, ONS reporting and intercompany reconciliations

Assisting with year-end accounts and external audits

Delivering projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the business

Partnering with operational teams to identify efficiencies and opportunities for profitability improvement

Leading, mentoring and developing a team of four, ensuring high standards and continuous development across the function