At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance at a major food manufacturing site, managing budgeting and performance reporting.
- Company: Join a leading UK food manufacturer with a dynamic and innovative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, generous leave, and employee wellbeing support.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in finance while driving site performance and growth.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with experience in manufacturing or FMCG finance.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
A pivotal opportunity for a qualified finance professional to lead the finance function at a major UK food manufacturing site. This is a strategic, site-based role where you'll manage performance reporting, financial control, and budgeting while acting as a trusted partner to the site leadership team.
Our client is a major UK manufacturer with a market-leading portfolio of food brands and a national operational footprint. With revenues exceeding £1bn and a dynamic, multi-site supply chain, the business is known for its pace, innovation, and strong internal progression opportunities. This role sits within their grocery division and plays a central role in site performance and group reporting.
As Site Finance Manager, you'll report to a divisional Financial Controller and support the operational and strategic performance of a major manufacturing site. You will lead the local finance agenda, delivering clear insight and robust financial control, while also supporting capital investment and long-term planning initiatives.
- Own site budgeting, forecasting and monthly performance reporting
- Lead financial control, variance analysis and overhead tracking
- Support costing, margin analysis and standard cost updates
- Partner with operations, engineering and supply chain teams to drive site performance
- Ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal controls
- Lead and develop an on-site Management Accountant
- Engage with group stakeholders on reporting and supply chain finance matters
Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent)
- Strong track record in a manufacturing or FMCG finance environment
- Advanced user of Excel and ideally experienced with SAP or similar ERP systems
- Proven ability to manage tight deadlines and complex financial data
- Confident working with senior non-finance stakeholders
- Able to lead, develop and motivate a small on-site finance team
Benefits:
- Competitive salary + bonus potential
- ~25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- ~ Company pension and share scheme options
- ~ Corporate discounts and employee wellbeing support
- ~ Full-time, on-site role with excellent visibility and progression opportunities (e.g., Divisional Controller, Supply Chain Finance Lead)
Construction Finance Manager in Kent employer: Michael Page Finance
This thriving technology company in Yorkshire is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive culture that prioritises employee development and innovation. With opportunities for professional growth and the potential for the Interim Financial Accountant role to transition into a permanent position, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment while enjoying the benefits of remote working.
