Finance Manager

Finance Manager | c.£50,000–£70,000 + Bonus + Company Car | Stoke-on-Trent | Manufacturing | On-Site | Relocation Package Available Axon Moore is delighted to be partnering with a well-established, market-leading manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful organisation with a strong reputation in its sector. Working closely with senior leadership, operations, and project teams, you'll play a key role in driving financial performance, delivering commercial insight, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is a hands-on position responsible for leading a small finance team and partnering with stakeholders across the organisation. The role offers genuine long-term career prospects, including the opportunity to progress towards a Director position as the business continues to develop. To attract the best talent, our client is also offering a relocation package for candidates considering a move to the area. Key Responsibilities • Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting. • Deliver P&L analysis, KPI reporting and contract performance reporting to support commercial decision-making. • Partner with operational teams to improve profitability, identify efficiencies and support business performance. • Provide financial insight into operational and project performance. • Manage balance sheet reconciliations and support the year-end audit process. • Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team while driving continuous improvement across finance processes. About You • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or qualified by experience). • Previous experience within a manufacturing environment. • Strong understanding of contract performance accounting. • Experience managing or mentoring a finance team. • Commercially minded with strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability. • Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business. What's on Offer? • c.£50,000–£70,000 salary, depending on experience. • Annual bonus. • Company car. • Relocation package available. • Genuine opportunity to progress towards a Finance Director position. • The chance to join a successful, well-established manufacturing business where finance is a key partner to operational success. For a confidential discussion, please contact Maria at Axon Moore, or apply using the link below.