Finance Manager in Warrington, Cheshire

Broad Finance Manager role reporting directly to the Managing Director, with full responsibility for the finance function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, business partnering and supporting the delivery of the company's strategic growth plans.

Client Details

Fast-growing, highly profitable manufacturing business with ambitious growth plans, offering a broad Finance Manager role with significant exposure to both the senior leadership team and parent PLC.

Description

• Prepare accurate management accounts and financial reports, providing clear visibility of business performance.
• Manage month-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review financial results, investigate variances and provide meaningful commentary to senior stakeholders.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning to support business growth and decision-making.
• Partner with the Site Leadership Team and Managing Director on strategic planning and commercial initiatives.
• Provide financial support and analysis to the Operations team, helping drive efficiency and profitability.
• Manage and develop one direct report, ensuring high standards across the finance function.
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure accurate reporting to the parent PLC.
• Identify trends, risks and opportunities through robust financial analysis and performance monitoring.
• Support the day-to-day leadership of the finance function while driving continuous improvement in processes and reporting.

Profile

• Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Strong knowledge of month-end processes and financial reporting.
• Ability to analyse financial data and explain variances clearly.
• Confidence providing financial insight to colleagues outside finance.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage competing deadlines.
• Keen to develop in a fast growing business.

Job Offer

• Salary of £55,000 to £65,000, dependent on the level of experience
• Health cover
• 25 days' annual leave plus buy 5 additional
• Group Share scheme
• Hybrid and flexibility
• Would consider part time