Finance Manager

Management Accountant/Finance Manager East Lancashire £45-50k Permanent

We're supporting a well-established manufacturing business in the East Lancashire area as they look to appoint a commercially minded Management Accountant/Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This isn't a direct people-management role.

This isn't just a desk-based role - you'll be a key partner to operational teams, occasionally (once a month maximum) visiting additional sites to support month-end processes, improve reporting accuracy, and provide meaningful financial insight.

As Management Accountant/Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a manufacturing company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with financial regulations. This role involves the individual working as part of a team, providing strategic financial guidance to the senior management team, monitoring company performance, and supporting cost control initiatives to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal company policies.

• Assist in the preparation of budgets

• Coordinate external audits and manage the relationship with auditors.

• Analyse costs, identifying areas for improvement and cost reduction.

• Implement cost control measures across operations, including inventory management, procurement, and production processes.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to performance and efficiency.

• Mentor the wider finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Benefits & Package

• £45,000 - £50,000 (experience dependent)

• Study support options (if required)

• Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5pm Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm

• 33 days holiday inc. bank holidays

• 1 additional annual leave day each year after 12 months service, up to 38 days including bank holidays

• Annual pay review

• December bonus after 12 months service

• Option to enrol to healthcare scheme

• Death in service

• Free onsite parking Interested? Please apply with your CV attached and we'll be in touch should you be short listed.