Finance Manager

  • Adele Carr Recruitment Limited
  • Northwich, Cheshire
  • Jan 31, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Adele Carr Recruitment are partnering with a well established FMCG business with reference to an exciting Senior Finance Manager opportunity. This is a key role responsible for leading and managing the core accounting function including cash flow, management accounts, central overheads whilst overseeing the AR/AP teams, supporting financial planning and reporting, and driving efficiency and compliance across the business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

  • Oversee month-end and year-end processes (statutory accounts/audit), ensuring accuracy and timeliness

  • Management accounts preparation including variance analysis

  • Responsible for all central overhead costs

  • Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team

  • Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and controls (ERP)

  • Manage the day to day relationships the banks and managing overall ownership for managing the loans within the business

  • Supporting the FD with delivering projects for the business
  • VAT & Corporation Tax
  • Ad hoc reports and analysis to maximise business performance
About You
  • Fully Qualified Accountant

  • Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within manufacturing

  • Team management experience

  • Strong system experience, ideally SAP

  • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic, operational environment

  • Excellent communication, and analytical skills

What We Offer
  • A senior leadership role within a growing and stable manufacturing business

  • Competitive salary package and benefits

  • Opportunity to influence strategy and operational performance

  • Collaborative, values-driven culture with a focus on quality and continuous improvement