Operations Finance Manager

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a role where you can genuinely influence operational performance?

We're supporting a leading food manufacturer with the appointment of an Operations Finance Manager on a 10-month fixed term contract.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the business, partnering with operational leaders and using financial insight to drive improvements across a multi-site manufacturing environment.

You'll take ownership of operational finance support, work closely with senior stakeholders and help shape performance across a fast-paced FMCG operation.

The role would suit someone who combines strong commercial finance capability with the confidence to influence, challenge and build strong relationships across an operation.

• Act as the finance lead supporting multiple operational locations and site leadership teams.
• Partner with operational stakeholders to improve financial performance and decision-making.
• Manage and develop two direct reports, supporting capability and continuous improvement.
• Own weekly and monthly reporting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Support budgeting, cost control, inventory management and operational planning.
• Provide insight into performance trends, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Support investment decisions through financial analysis and benefit reviews.

• CIMA qualified (or equivalent), or qualified through strong practical experience.
• Previous experience within FMCG, manufacturing or another operational environment.
• Strong commercial finance and business partnering experience.
• Experience managing and developing finance team members.
• Confident influencing senior stakeholders and operational leaders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and opportunities.
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience using ERP systems, Power BI or planning tools advantageous.
• Comfortable working within a multi-site environment with regular travel requirements.

This is an opportunity to join an established food manufacturing business where finance has a genuine influence on operational performance.

You'll have broad exposure across manufacturing operations, ownership of key financial processes and the opportunity to make a measurable impact through improved insight, challenge and commercial decision-making.

The role is offered on a 10-month fixed term contract and includes a salary of £60,000-£67,000 plus bonus, car allowance and additional benefits.

If you're looking for a finance leadership opportunity where you can combine technical expertise with commercial influence, we'd like to hear from you.

Please get in touch for a confidential conversation.