The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial operations of an industrial and manufacturing organisation in Chester. This position focuses on cost analysis, budgeting, and ensuring accurate financial reporting within the accounting and finance department.

Client Details

We're partnering with a well-established, innovation-driven global manufacturer based in Chester, that's delivering cutting-edge solutions across industries-from clean energy to advanced automation.

With a proud history and a forward-looking strategy, this business is investing heavily in people, systems, and process excellence-and right now, their UK finance team is looking for an experienced professional to help shape the future.

In this role, you'll take full ownership of financial operations across two UK entities, with broad responsibility spanning credit control, payroll postings, reporting, reconciliations, and strategic financial analysis to support pricing and capital investment decisions.

Description

The key responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

• Prepare and analyse cost reports to support decision-making processes.
• Monitor and manage inventory valuation and standard costing procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the accounting and finance department.
• Provide detailed variance analysis and recommendations for cost control.
• Hands on duties across transactional finance and payroll postings
• Collaborate with production teams to review and improve cost efficiency measures.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, focusing on cost accounting aspects.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on financial objectives.

Profile

A successful Finance Manager should have:

• Proven experience in cost accounting within the industrial and manufacturing industry.
• A strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• A degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of 45,000 to 50,000 per annum.
• A permanent role offering stability and growth opportunities.
• Generous holiday leave and additional employee benefits.
• An opportunity to work in Chester within the industrial and manufacturing industry.
• A supportive work environment within the accounting and finance department.

If you are a detail-oriented Finance Manager looking for an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!