Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited

Senior Finance Manager12-Month FTC £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus and BenefitsWatford (Hybrid)Our client, a leading player in their chosen sector, is looking to secure the services of a Senior Finance Manager on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a high-profile role with strong exposure to senior stakeholders and the potential opportunity to become permanent for the right individual.You will act as the lead finance business partner supporting performance, driving efficiencies and influencing key decisions.Key areas:- lead all planning cycles including budgeting, forecasting and longer-term planning. - own and deliver monthly management accounts, ensuring clear, insightful commentary.- drive a cost-conscious culture, identifying risks, opportunities and efficiencies.- manage and challenge key third-party providers, ensuring value and accountability- support strategic projects and business cases to enable informed decision-making- act as the key link with central finance teams on reporting and audit deliverables- lead, develop and mentor a small finance teamYou will be fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with at least c.4+ years PQE. You will have strong commercial acumen, proven business partnering experience within a large fast paced evolving business, be confident influencing and challenging senior stakeholders, be highly organised with strong attention to detail and be able to draw upon experience within the FMCG, retail, logistics or distribution sectors.This role offers a great chance to step into a high-impact Senior Finance position gaining valuable experience leading a team and driving commercial performance across key operational areas. Alongside this, there's a competitive package, strong benefits, and the opportunity to enhance your profile with one of the counties employers of choice.Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Commercial Finance Manager, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire (Hybrid working) £50- £60kpa plus great benefits including a bonusOur client, an entrepreneurial business who have grown considerably over the last few years, are looking for a Commercial Finance Manager on a permanent basis. The key purpose of the role is to support and challenge UK and European commercial teams on driving sales and margin. Providing insightful analysis to facilitate decision making.Key Duties:- Serve as the primary contact for the UK and Europe commercial teams for any queries or assistance needed. Collaborate with Heads of Sales on promotions or rebates, reviewing and challenging margins. Provide reports on actual results and variances, offering insightful commentary, and continuously improving reports to add value. Work with the Head of Sales to set quarterly targets, track performance against actuals, and provide quarterly/annual forecasts for payouts. Manage data in and out of Power BI, updating and creating reports to support the Commercial team, while analyzing customer relationships across channels. Assist in the development of the 5-year plan, budgeting, forecasting, and demand planning for the UK and Europe. Help commercial teams focus on cost control and strategies to drive sales and profitability. Track and document risks and opportunities. Assist with preparing business cases. Provide financial support to the tender manager for new tenders across the UK and Europe. Handle Month-End tasks and other ad hoc duties for the Finance Team as required.The successful candidate will be CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent qualified with demonstrable experience working in commercial finance or FP&A. Ideally you will have PowerBI knowledge and experience of handling large data sets. As the business is growing, the successful candidate will have a brilliant career path and have trust in that they are working for a truly market leading business, who value their people.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Senior Finance Business Partner - FMCGHertfordshireCirca £65,000 - £68,000 (Depending on experience) + 15% Bonus + BenefitsThe OpportunityAn exciting opportunity for a fully qualified (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) accountant has arisen within this highly successful, fast-growing consumer-led business with a strong entrepreneurial culture. This organisation operates in a dynamic, commercial environment and continues to invest heavily in growth, innovation, and its people.The role sits at the heart of the business and acts as a trusted finance partner to senior commercial stakeholders. It will suit a confident, outgoing finance professional who already has a track record of Finance Business Partnering, FP&A or commercial finance and enjoys working closely with non-finance leaders and influencing decision-making through insight rather than reporting alone.The RoleAs a trusted Finance Business Partner to divisional leaders, you will play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic and operational decision-making across the business.This role has non-negotiable requirements and will only suit candidates who meet the following criteria:Must be fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA)Must have a background in FP&A or Commercial Finance with demonstrable finance business partnering experienceMust have experience within a Consumer-Led, Retail or FMCG environment or a closely related.Skills & Personal Attributes:Confident communicator who enjoys working with the wider businessAble to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholdersComfortable challenging constructively to ensure "no surprises" outcomesStrong analytical skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environmentCollaborative, resilient and commercially curiousFinance Business Partnering:Act as a true commercial partner to commercial, operational teams and sales teams, supporting multiple projects and initiativesProvide clear, value-adding insight and tell the story behind the numbersChallenge assumptions constructively, ensuring risks and opportunities are fully understoodSupport decision-making with robust commercial analysis and recommendationsPlanning, Budgeting & Forecasting:Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting cyclesTranslate commercial plans into financial outcomes including revenue, costs and profitabilityDeliver scenario modelling and ad-hoc analysis to support business planningPerformance & Reporting:Own and develop commercial reporting, driving continuous improvementEnsure timely and accurate month-end results, working closely with core finance teamsAnalyse performance drivers and identify opportunities to improve margins and efficiencyPrepare financial reviews and presentations for senior leadershipCommercial & Cost Management:Monitor pricing, margins, commercial terms:Identify key cost drivers and support initiatives to deliver sustainable cost improvementsSupport audits and systems or process enhancements as requiredWhy Apply?Join a growing, high-performing business with a strong market presenceWork in a collaborative, energetic and commercially focused cultureGain exposure to senior stakeholders and varied, high-impact projectsExcellent development and progression opportunitiesAGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Senior Finance Manager - ManufacturingAshford, Kent£Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Healthcare + Generous Pension + Life Assurance + Share save Scheme + Holiday PurchaseVitae Financial Recruitment have been mandated to support this leading FTSE listed business in the search for a Senior Finance Manager (Site Finance Manager) to join their flagship, highly automated 'Smart' manufacturing facility in Ashford. This is a high-profile, site-facing role within a business undergoing significant capital investment, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping operational and financial performance at a site employing over 400 staff.Working in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as a true business partner to the site, providing clear financial insight to support operational and strategic decision making. This role requires a proactive, driven and autonomous individual who can seamlessly integrate into the leadership team, influence non-finance stakeholders and drive performance improvements across the facility.The role forms part of the Supply Chain Finance structure and will oversee day-to-day financial control, reporting and forecasting cycles, while providing in-depth analysis to improve site performance. You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial governance, supporting operational initiatives and delivering meaningful insight to drive cost control, productivity and margin improvement.This varied position spans Financial Control, Performance Reporting, Financial Planning, Costing, Investment Appraisals and Decision Support.Key Responsibilities:- Business partner the Site Leadership Team, including the Factory General Manager and senior operational stakeholders- Oversee site financial control including overheads, labour, volumes, stock and standard cost variances- Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting, forecasts and KPIs to site and divisional leadership- Lead month-end close activities and provide clear variance analysis vs. budget and forecast- Prepare and present site budgets and forecasts, ensuring robustness and operational ownership- Review volume, labour and stock forecasting, highlighting risks and opportunitiesManage product costing activities, including COGS analysis and margin impact assessments- Provide detailed product costing analysis and support evaluation of operational initiatives- Support capital investment decisions through cost-benefit analysis and financial modelling- Drive cost reduction initiatives through proactive challenge and collaboration with operations- Provide ad-hoc analysis, modelling and project support to support strategic decision making- Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and audit requirements- Lead and develop on-site finance support (Management Accountant)- Act as an integral member of the Site Leadership Team contributing to overall site performanceWe are looking for the following:- Fully qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA or ACA- Likely background within Manufacturing / Engineering / Supply Chain or similar environment- Strong understanding of standard costing, site finance and operational performance drivers- Proven experience across Financial Control, Reporting, Planning and Analysis- Demonstrable business partnering experience with senior financial and non-financial stakeholders- Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into actionable insight- Experience supporting investment appraisals and operational decision making- Advanced Excel skills are essential and previous SAP (or similar ERP) would be highly desirable- Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentPlease apply using the link or email you CV to AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration