Finance Manager

Our well established retail client who is located in Leighton Buzzard are excited about their growth and are looking to bring on a Finance Manager to support an experienced Finance Director. This is an excellent opportunity to work a broad role that covers everything from Management Accounts to Budgeting and Forecasting.

Client Details

Our client, a well-established Retail manufacturer with an impressive growth trajectory, is seeking a commercially astute Finance Manager to join their dynamic team in Leighton Buzzard. The successful candidate will take ownership of the financial operations while partnering with key stakeholders to drive business performance and strategic decision-making.

Description

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager:

Lead the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accuracy and timely deliveryManage a team of 3 finance professionals, providing mentorship and developmentPartner with operational managers to analyse performance and identify improvement opportunitiesOversee cash flow management and forecastingDrive the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecastsDevelop and maintain robust financial controls and proceduresPrepare board reports and presentations for senior leadership

Profile

Required Skills and Experience of the Finance Manager:

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post-qualification experiencePrevious experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environmentStrong commercial acumen and analytical skillsAdvanced Excel and ERP system knowledgeExperience managing and developing teamsExcellent stakeholder management abilities

The ideal Personal Attributes of the Finance Manager :

Proactive and solutions-focused mindsetNatural communicator with strong interpersonal skillsResilient and adaptable to changeAbility to influence at all levelsStrong attention to detail whilst maintaining strategic perspectiveCommutable to Leighton Buzzard

Job Offer

• Based in Leighton Buzzard
• Paying up to £53k
• Growing business with a 5 year Plan of Growth
• Hybrid