At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis to drive business growth.
- Company: Join OSI Electronics UK, a trusted partner in electronics manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for mentorship and team development in a collaborative culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a leadership role within a growing company.
- Qualifications: Qualified finance professional with strong analytical and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire
Reporting to: UK Financial Director
About OSI Electronics UK
OSI Electronics UK is a trusted electronics manufacturing partner, delivering high-quality solutions from design and prototyping through to PCB assembly and full box-build production. Based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, we support customers across the UK and international markets with industry-leading expertise, exceptional quality standards, reliable delivery performance, and outstanding customer service. As part of a global organisation, we pride ourselves on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term customer partnerships.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a growing manufacturing business in a highly visible leadership role. Reporting to the UK Financial Director and managing a team of two finance professionals, you will be responsible for financial control, management reporting, forecasting, compliance, and business partnering. You will provide meaningful financial insights to help shape strategic decision-making, improve operational performance, and support continued business growth. This role offers excellent exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting & Control
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
- Maintain ownership of balance sheet integrity, including oversight of reconciliations.
- Review and approve journals, accruals, provisions, and prepayments.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting issues and reporting variances.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal reporting requirements.
- Business Partnering & Financial Analysis
- Deliver insightful monthly performance reporting and financial analysis.
- Analyse revenue, profitability, operating expenses, inventory, and working capital performance.
- Provide commentary and recommendations on actual results versus budget and forecasts.
- Prepare board and senior leadership reporting packs.
- Partner with operational leaders to drive business performance and profitability.
- Identify financial risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management
- Lead the annual budgeting process for the UK business.
- Coordinate monthly and quarterly forecasting activities.
- Challenge assumptions and ensure forecasts are robust and commercially focused.
- Monitor cash flow performance and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting.
- Support strategic planning through scenario analysis and financial modelling.
- Compliance, Audit & Governance
- Maintain a strong and effective internal control environment.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, delegated authorities, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead relationships with external auditors and support internal audit activities.
- Coordinate audit requirements and drive implementation of audit recommendations.
- Oversee VAT, payroll, National Statistics reporting, and corporate tax compliance.
- Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Own and optimise key finance processes within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
- Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and reporting enhancements.
- Maintain finance process documentation and month-end procedures.
- Support implementation of systems, controls, and operational efficiencies.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the wider business.
- Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and objective setting.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Support cross-training and team resilience across finance functions.
- Additional Responsibilities
- Act as deputy to the UK Financial Director when required.
- Provide cover and support for finance team members during periods of absence.
- Support corporation tax preparation and payments.
Finance Manager in London employer: OSI Electronics UK
OSI Electronics UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, a supportive culture that values teamwork, and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge electronics solutions that make a real impact in various industries. With a commitment to employee well-being and growth, OSI Electronics UK stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
