At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategies and support a £1bn revenue manufacturing team.
- Company: Join a respected organisation in the manufacturing sector with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, car allowance, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Great career development opportunities in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of finance in manufacturing while driving operational excellence.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with manufacturing experience and strong SAP knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 65250 - 79750 £ per year.
We're hiring a commercially sharp, operationally focused Finance Manager to join our thriving Manufacturing Finance team - supporting a critical function responsible for delivering £1bn of annual revenue with a direct cost base of £100m and 900+ employees.
In this senior role, you'll act as the deputy to the Head of Manufacturing Finance, managing two direct reports and partnering with stakeholders across production, engineering, investment and transformation to drive business performance and strategic growth.
- Act as a trusted finance business partner to Manufacturing leadership
- Deliver timely, insightful analysis across product cost centres and project UPCs
- Own EACs (Estimate at Completion) for key production contracts
- Oversee financial governance of capital investment plans across sites
- Lead monthly balance sheet reconciliation and reporting
- Support SAP S/4HANA integration and influence future-state finance processes
- Champion continuous improvement in finance operations and systems
Qualifications:
- Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with manufacturing sector experience
- Strong knowledge of SAP and/or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Confident influencing senior stakeholders across finance and operations
- Track record of people management and team development
Benefits:
- Bonus of up to 27%
- ~£3,600 car allowance
- Private medical insurance and enhanced parental leave
- Excellent pension scheme (up to 14% total contribution)
- Hybrid working (2-3 days on-site)
- Career development in a respected, stable organisation
If you're a commercially minded finance leader with a passion for operational excellence and want to shape the future of manufacturing finance - we want to hear from you.
Finance Manager (Manufacturing Industry) in Bolton employer: Henderson Scott
Henderson Scott is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Glasgow that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that values effective communication and impactful delivery in the realm of systems integration.
