Finance Manager / Management Accountant

Job Description:

Our client is a rapidly expanding international manufacturing/engineering business and they are now looking to recruit a Management Accountant / Finance Manager to oversee UK financial operations and lead the financial planning for their expansion strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Core Finance & Accounting (UK Business)

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations supported by part qualified financial assistant.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow.
• Manage payroll, VAT, HMRC compliance, and liaise with external accountants/auditors.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and systems.
• Lead monthly management accounts and board-level financial reporting.

Strategic & International Expansion Support

• Develop robust financial models and investment cases for international ventures (startup or acquisition).
• Support due diligence on potential overseas acquisitions or JV partners.
• Create budgets and forecasts aligned with strategic growth goals.
• Provide cost accounting analysis to support operational decisions.

Essential Qualifications/experience required:

• Strong commercial awareness with experience in manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented; capable of both strategy and execution.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel-based modelling.
• Experience in international business planning or cross-border finance is desirable.

Interviews are ongoing so apply now.