Finance Manager
Derbyshire
Full Time, Permanent
£55,000 - £60,000

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join a growing SME manufacturing business based in Derbyshire. This is a hands-on role responsible for running the day-to-day finance function while also driving improvements across financial processes, systems, and procedures. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting the business through accurate financial management, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function
- Produce timely and accurate financial reporting for the Group FD
- Lead, support, develop, and supervise a small finance team
- Review and improve financial processes, systems, and internal controls
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Provide financial insight to support business decision-making
- Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and auditors

About You
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role
- Strong experience within a manufacturing environment (essential/strong preference)
- Hands-on experience using Sage (essential)
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes and implement efficiencies
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing or supervising a small team
- Commercially aware with a proactive and problem-solving mindset
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with non-finance stakeholders