Site Finance Manager
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We’re looking for a Site Finance Manager to play a key role within Supply Chain Finance at our Ashford manufacturing site, partnering closely with the Site Leadership Team to drive performance, insight and decision making.
Site Finance Manager
Based - Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LU
Permanent, Full Time
Competitive package including car allowance, bonus and private medical insurance
We’re looking for a Site Finance Manager to play a key role within Supply Chain Finance at ourAshford manufacturing site, partnering closely with the Site Leadership Team to drive performance, insight and decision making.
What you’ll be doing
- Acting as a trusted finance partner to the Site Leadership Team and Factory General Manager
- Owning site financial control, reporting, forecasting and budgeting cycles
- Leading weekly and monthly performance reporting, including KPIs, forecasts and variance analysis
- Driving cost control, productivity and performance improvement across the site
- Supporting strategic decision making through detailed analysis, modelling and business cases
- Managing product costing, COGS analysis and margin impact
- Leading the month‑end close and ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
- Developing and managing a Management Accountant on site
- Playing an active role as a member of the Site SLT, contributing beyond finance
What we’re looking for
- Fully qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA
- Strong experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
- Commercially minded, proactive and comfortable operating at pace
- Advanced SAP and Excel capability
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Strong analytical skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
What success looks like
You’ll quickly establish yourself as a key member of the site leadership team, operating with autonomy, providing clear and credible financial insight, and positively influencing operational and strategic decisions.
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