OVERVIEW

We are delighted to be recruiting for a Plant Finance Manager to join a global manufacturing group. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to take on a high-impact role within a dynamic and growing business.

COMPANY

Our client is a market-leading, global manufacturing business, known for its innovation, high-quality products, and strong financial performance. As part of a wider international group, the business offers exceptional opportunities for career development and exposure to senior stakeholders.

With ongoing investment in its operations and a focus on continuous improvement, this is an exciting time to join and drive financial excellence at the plant level.

ROLE

As Plant Finance Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the financial performance of a key manufacturing site, partnering with operational teams to drive efficiencies, cost control, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership of site financial reporting, including month-end close, variance analysis, and cost reporting.
• Business partnering with plant leadership to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Standard costing and variance analysis (labour, materials, overheads).
• Budgeting & forecasting, ensuring alignment with wider group objectives.
• Capex management, including investment appraisals and ROI analysis.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance financial controls and reporting.
• Supporting internal and external audits and ensuring compliance with group policies.

PERSON

The ideal candidate will be a qualified or finalist accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment. You will be commercially astute, confident in liaising with non-finance stakeholders, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, global organisation.

Key Attributes:

• Qualified level (CIMA, ACCA, ACA).
• Experience in plant finance, manufacturing, or a similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis.
• Ability to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
• Hands-on approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

OFFER

• Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + benefits.
• Hybrid working: Flexible working arrangements.
• Excellent career progression: Genuine opportunities for development within a global organisation.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional with manufacturing experience to take on a key role within a global business, offering both challenge and progression.

To apply for this position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however, please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

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