Operations Finance Manager
Are you an experienced finance professional eager to take on a leadership role that blends commercial acumen with operational expertise? We’re looking for a dynamic Operations Finance Manager to elevate the performance of our clients FMCG business. Primarily based in the office with multi-site responsibility (occasional travel), this is a fantastic opportunity for a financial professional who enjoys being ‘boots on the ground’ and heavily involved with driving decision making.

Why this role is for you:

• You’ll be at the forefront of driving financial insights and efficiencies that shape the success of business operations.
• An excellent leadership opportunity to manage and mentor a talented team of finance professionals
• You’ll collaborate and partner with site leadership, operations, and commercial teams to deliver impactful results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial performance and ensure robust variance analysis to optimize operations.
• Lead period and year-end closures, ensuring accuracy and compliance across financial transactions.
• Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans with accountability at the site level.
• Provide decision support for operational performance, capex appraisals, and efficiency initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement and best practices in financial processes across sites.
• Manage stock control processes to enhance accuracy and cash flow forecasting.

What You Bring to the role:

• Qualifications such as ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified, with a strong foundation in financial and operational management would be preferred
• Experience in finance leadership, preferably within food manufacturing sectors but similar industries considered (fresh produce, horticulture, pharma manufacturing or similar)
• Advanced Excel proficiency, ERP systems expertise, and exceptional communication abilities.
• Ability to inspire and develop teams while driving accountability and excellence.
• Flexible and proactive, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment and tackle challenges head-on.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus entitlement
• Benefits include enhanced annual leave, life assurance, private healthcare and pension
• A collaborative and innovative workplace where your contributions make a tangible difference.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within our organisation.

Why this role is for you:

• You’ll be at the forefront of driving financial insights and efficiencies that shape the success of business operations.
• An excellent leadership opportunity to manage and mentor a talented team of finance professionals
• You’ll collaborate and partner with site leadership, operations, and commercial teams to deliver impactful results

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial performance and ensure robust variance analysis to optimize operations.
• Lead period and year-end closures, ensuring accuracy and compliance across financial transactions.
• Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans with accountability at the site level.
• Provide decision support for operational performance, capex appraisals, and efficiency initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement and best practices in financial processes across sites.
• Manage stock control processes to enhance accuracy and cash flow forecasting

What You Bring to the role:

• Qualifications such as ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified, with a strong foundation in financial and operational management would be preferred
• Experience in finance leadership, preferably within food manufacturing sectors but similar industries considered (fresh produce, horticulture, pharma manufacturing or similar)
• Advanced Excel proficiency, ERP systems expertise, and exceptional communication abilities.
• Ability to inspire and develop teams while driving accountability and excellence.
• Flexible and proactive, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment and tackle challenges head-on