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.
Client Details
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.
Description
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.
Key responsibilities:
- Own site budgeting, forecasting and monthly performance reporting
- Lead financial control, variance analysis and overhead tracking
- Deliver weekly/monthly reporting cycles and board-ready insights
- Support costing, margin analysis and standard cost updates
- Review capital expenditure, including ROI modelling and board submissions
- 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
Profile
The Ideal Candidate Profile:- 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
- Excellent communication and business partnering skills
- 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
Job Offer
- 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)
