A well-established and growing manufacturing and logistics group are seeking an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to lead the finance function across a small multi-entity operation. This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys ownership, operational involvement and working closely with non-finance teams in a fast-paced SME environment. The role would suit a full or part-qualified accountant or someone qualified by experience (QBE) with strong manufacturing knowledge and confidence managing end-to-end finance.Job Title: Finance Manager - Manufacturing and LogisticsLocation: Milton Keynes (on-site, Monday-Friday)Salary: 50,000 - 55,000 + benefitsType: Full-time, PermanentReporting into senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for finance operations, reporting and controls while leading a small finance team. You will play a key role in improving systems, strengthening processes and providing real-time financial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead end-to-end finance operations including PL, SL, GL, fixed assets and reconciliationsOwn weekly and monthly close processes and deliver timely management accounts, KPIs and variance analysisManage cashflow, working capital, forecasting, budgeting and long-term financial planningMaintain strong financial controls and coordinate internal and external auditsMaximise ERP effectiveness (Microsoft Business Centra