FINANCE MANAGER

Full Time - Permanent
Location: Maidstone, Kent (Initially on-site, moving to hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home after probation)
Salary: Up to £50,000 + £4,000 car allowance + discretionary bonus
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a Finance Manager to take on a pivotal role within a dynamic and commercially focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a highly visible position where you will provide strategic insight, ensure robust financial control, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to drive business performance.

• Act as a proactive Finance Business Partner, providing strategic insight, challenge, and support to commercial teams.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, including forecasts, budgets, variance analysis, and ad-hoc performance insights to drive business growth.
• Oversee margin management, consignment reconciliation, royalties, rebates, grower loans, and foreign currency requirements, providing actionable recommendations.
• Present and explain commercial performance, identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement initiatives to stakeholders.
• Develop, challenge, and review budget and forecast assumptions and KPIs, preparing clear and informative monthly review packs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• Fresh produce industry experience is essential
• Strong management accounting / financial analysis background
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• A proactive, adaptable and results-driven professional with strong communication and influencing ability