This is a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a manufacturing and distribution business that is a subsidiary of a significant international group. With responsibility for overseeing the financial and control and reporting of two entities (combined turnover c£30m) you will be the trusted finance business partner to the local leadership team whilst also meeting group reporting requirements. Reporting to the Managing Director (and with a dotted line report into the Group FD) this site based role (some hybrid working may be possible) your remit will include the following: Leading and developing a finance team of 6 staff Preparation of monthly management accounts, including financial analysis and KPI reports Presentation of key financial information at senior leadership meetings to support business decisions and hi-light opportunities for margin improvement Playing a key role in management meetings Responsible for budgeting and forecasting Cashflow management and forecasts Statutory reporting including financial statements and VAT returns Stock reporting and analysis, working closely with the management team to ensure excellent stock management The principal contact for external auditors Development of processes (potentially including the use of AI) to enhance efficiency and improve the quality of financial insights The successful candidate will possess the following experience and attributes: Qualified accountant with a high level of commercial acumen Prior ..... full job details .....