My client is an established business, part of a global group, who are responsible for the sale, distribution and technical support of industrial components. They seek a Senior Finance Manager to to join the business, lead the finance team and act as a business partner to the Management Director. You will lead finance for the UK function and liaise with the international group finance function. The role combines technical knowledge, commercial acumen and leadership skills. This is a permanent role based at the head office in mis-Essex with some flexibility for hybrid working. The salary available is £60-70,000 plus benefits (pension / healthcare.)Key Responsibilities will include:Leading, mentoring, and developing a small finance team and fostering a culture of improvementTaking responsibility for the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts, quarterly and annual Reporting Packs for consolidationEnsuring accurate and timely reporting to the MD to support them in reporting to the Board in pre-determined formats with variance analysis and actionable commentaryAssisting the MD in the annual budgeting process along with quarterly forecastsPartnering with sales, marketing, and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights to non-finance stakeholdersReviewing and approving weekly and monthly payment runs.Responsible for the year-end process and principal day-to-day contact with the external auditors /tax advisers and overseeing the annual audit / corporate tax com