At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and reporting for a global manufacturing business.
- Company: Join VACGEN, a leader in ultra-high vacuum technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday, and a modern work environment.
- Other info: Pathway to future finance leadership roles.
- Why this job: Shape the financial future and gain exposure to senior leadership.
- Qualifications: ACCA qualified with experience in manufacturing finance.
The predicted salary is between 52200 - 63800 £ per year.
Location: Hailsham, BN27
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours - An element of flexibility as to when hours are worked
Benefits: A competitive salary, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday, salary sacrifice company pension, life insurance, a state-of-the-art working environment!
Shape the Financial Future of a Global Manufacturing Business
VACGEN is a world-leading manufacturer of ultra-high vacuum technology, supplying advanced solutions to some of the most innovative organisations in science, research, semiconductor and nuclear. We are seeking an ambitious, commercially minded Senior Finance Manager who is ready to step into a highly visible leadership position within our finance function. This role presents an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Senior Finance Manager seeking a pathway towards a Financial Controller role. This is far more than a reporting position. You will be a key business partner to senior leadership, driving financial insight, operational performance, strategic decision-making and continuous improvement across a complex manufacturing environment.
As Senior Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycle while providing critical financial leadership across the business. You will play a central role in forecasting, budgeting, consolidation, board reporting, tax compliance, manufacturing finance and strategic projects. This role offers significant exposure to the Board and senior stakeholders, making it an ideal development opportunity for an individual with the capability and ambition to become a future Finance Director or CFO.
As our Senior Finance Manager you will:
- Produce accurate monthly management accounts and support month-end, year-end and audit processes.
- Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insightful analysis of financial performance and variances.
- Prepare board reports and presentations, delivering clear commercial and financial insights.
- Manage multi-company, multi-currency group consolidations and intercompany reporting.
- Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, payroll taxes, duties and corporation tax.
- Partner with business leaders to improve performance, reporting and decision-making.
- Support payroll and pension administration.
- Drive finance improvement projects and act as deputy to the Financial Controller.
About You
You are technically strong, commercially aware and comfortable operating within a sophisticated manufacturing environment. You enjoy understanding how a business truly works and can influence stakeholders through clear financial insight and credible leadership. Most importantly, you have the ambition and capability to grow into a broader finance leadership role over time.
In order to be successful in this role you must have / be:
- ACCA qualified.
- Experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of standard costing and manufacturing absorption accounting.
- Experience managing multi-company and multi-currency consolidations.
- Proven track record producing management accounts, forecasts and budgets.
- Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, SUMIF, Index Match/XLOOKUP, analysis and dashboard reporting.
- Experience presenting financial information to senior stakeholders.
It would be great if you had:
- Sage Payroll and Sage HR.
- Treasury experience in mitigating FX exposure and cash management.
- Microsoft AX experience.
- Previous accountancy practice background followed by successful transition into industry.
Why Join VACGEN
Join a respected global manufacturing business with a strong heritage and international customer base. Gain direct exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting. Play a key role in shaping financial strategy and business performance. Develop your career within a business that can provide a genuine pathway towards future finance leadership.
If you are an accomplished finance professional looking for a role that combines operational excellence, commercial influence and long-term leadership potential, we'd love to hear from you. Click on APPLY today, join us and make a difference!
Senior Finance Manager in Brighton employer: Vacgen Ltd
Vacgen Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work culture in Hailsham, where innovation meets precision. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, private medical insurance, and generous holiday allowances, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a high-technology environment that values engineering excellence.
