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Join Our Team as Finance Manager - Eastwood, Nottingham<br><br>Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for operational leadership and people management? We’re looking for a Finance Manager / Financial Controller to lead our finance function and take ownership of business administration and HR.<br><br>This is a senior role in a growing manufacturing business, focused on financial accounting management & reporting but also offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, streamline operations, and foster a positive workplace culture. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and liaise with our overseas subsidiaries to consolidate group accounts and drive performance.<br><br>Experience with SAP Business One or similar ERP systems is highly advantageous, as is a strong understanding of stock control and WIP accounting.<br><br>Role Overview<br><br>We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to lead our finance function while also overseeing business administration and HR. This is a key leadership role within our manufacturing business, requiring a blend of financial expertise, commercial awareness, and HR administration / compliance.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Finance<br><br><ul><li> Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual group reporting and financial statements. </li><li> Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across departments. </li><li> Oversee ledger, credit control, cash flow, working capital, payroll, bank guarantees and treasury functions (including FX). </li><li> Ensure compliance with international accounting standards and tax regulations. </li><li> Provide accounting for stock control and WIP within a manufacturing environment. </li><li> Consolidate group accounts across UK and 3 overseas subsidiaries. </li><li> Develop and optimise the use of SAP Business One ERP system for accounts related transactions and reports. <br><br></li></ul>Business Administration<br><br><ul><li> Manage administrative functions including corporate governance, office operations, statutory and general compliance documentation. </li><li> Support the Directors in strategic planning and operational execution. </li><li> Ensure smooth coordination across departments and subsidiaries. <br><br></li></ul>Human Resources<br><br><ul><li> Oversee HR policies, procedures, and compliance. </li><li> Support recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. </li><li> Support performance management, training, and development initiatives. </li><li> Liaise with external HR advisors and legal counsel as needed. <br><br></li></ul>Person Specification<br><br><strong>Essential Qualifications & Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li> ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant. </li><li> Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role, ideally within manufacturing. </li><li> Proven experience in group consolidation and multi-entity reporting. </li><li> Hands-on experience with ERP systems, ideally SAP Business One. </li><li> Experience supporting HR and business administration functions. <br><br></li></ul>Skills & Attributes<br><br><ul><li> Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. </li><li> Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. </li><li> High attention to detail and accuracy. </li><li> Commercial awareness and strategic thinking. </li><li> Proficient in financial software and Excel. </li><li> Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. </li><li> Collaborative and proactive approach to continuous improvement. <br><br></li></ul>Personal Qualities<br><br><ul><li> Integrity, confidence, resilience and self-motivation. </li><li> Naturally personable and enthusiastic with an excellent work ethic. </li><li> Patience and composure to recognise when there are conflicts, acknowledge the views of all parties, and redirect people’s energy towards a common goal. </li><li> Be personally co-operative, energetic, dynamic and creative to think laterally and act decisively through carefully reasoned decision making. <br><br></li></ul>Conditions<br><br>Work location will be at our Head Office in Eastwood, Nottingham (UK).<br><br>We offer:<br><br>An attractive salary, benefits package, and profit related bonus.<br><br>Semi-Flexible scheme of working hours (flexi-time).<br><br>A genuine opportunity to develop yourself in an exciting business atmosphere which puts tough demands on both yourself and the Company.<br><br>Job Type: Full-time<br><br>Benefits: Company pension, Flexitime, Free parking, On-site parking<br><br>Experience: Financial accounting: 5 years (required)<br><br>Licence/Certification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA Qualification (min) (required)<br><br>Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)<br><br>Work <br><strong>Location:</strong> In person (office based)

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