Finance Manager

  • WHITAKER SMITH RECRUITMENT LTD
  • Burnley, Lancashire
  • May 18, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Finance Manager

Based: Burnley

Salary: circa £45k + benefits

Whitaker Smith Recruitment are parenting with a fantastic, growing manufacturing business looking for a Finance Manager to join their team. Having recruited for this business for years, we know them well and it's a great time to join to be part of their continued growth journey over the next few years.

This role will oversee financial operations ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting & forecasting. You will be hands on whilst offering financial guidance to senior leadership teams, supporting on driving profitability & operational efficiencies

Role:

  • Preparing and presenting accurate monthly management accounts ensuring compliance with company & wider accounting standard
  • Preparing budgets & forecasts, business partnering internally
  • Analysing costs - identifying areas for improvement & cost reductions to increase profitability. Implementing cost control measures across operations and monitoring KPI's
  • Financial planning & analysis, collaborating with finance & wider business departments to drive growth
  • Mentoring wider finance team working for a business who drive continuous learning & development from within
  • Assisting with year end and external audit annually
  • Continuous system improvement - involved in future acquisitions and their integration to group

Experience:

  • Manufacturing experience beneficial but not essential
  • SAGE 200 experience highly beneficial (or strong systems knowledge)
  • ACCA/CIMA studying/qualified OR QBE will be considered
  • Strong attitude, keen to learn & develop in a growing business

Please apply now!