Finance Manager in Carrickfergus

Overview

We9re representing a highly reputable client in the manufacturing industry who is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead their finance function.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary (up to £65,000)
• Early Friday Finish
• Established team
• Collaborative, growth-oriented environment
• Free on-site parking

About You

• A recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) or qualified by experience in a senior role
• 5–10 years post-qualification experience at senior accountant level
• Excellent analytical, reporting and IT skills, including MIS and advanced Excel
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders
• Proven leadership ability and strong commercial awareness
• Experience in manufacturing, product costing, or ERP systems (desirable)

Responsibilities

Always

• Lead the finance function and ensure full compliance with reporting standards, legal requirements and IFRS
• Produce accurate monthly accounts, budgets and group reporting for the parent company
• Provide analysis, insights and recommendations to support business performance
• Oversee statutory accounts and audits, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations and effective use of the ERP system
• Support departmental managers on KPIs, cost management and inventory valuation
• Ensure VAT returns, policies and core financial processes are completed accurately and on time
• Uphold health, safety and environmental compliance

Often

• Participate in preparing quotations for new business and grant applications
• Monitor and manage existing bank loans
• Collaborate on continuous improvement programmes and information-sharing initiatives
• Provide support across the organisation on financial reporting and system-related queries

Occasionally

• Undertake Company Secretary legal requirements
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies
• Support other duties or project-based work as required

Never

• Miss the chance to share your ideas
• Attempt to teach a goldfish to play chess