Reporting to the Finance Director, the Senior Finance Manager will lead core finance while partnering closely with operations. You will provide robust financial control, insightful analysis, and strategic support to optimise plant performance, improve margins, and support business growth initiatives.Client DetailsThe hiring company is a large organisation operating in the manufacturing sector. They are committed to excellence in their field, offering a professional and supportive environment for their employees.DescriptionLead month-end close, management accounts, and reporting processes to strict deadlinesEnsure strong financial controls, compliance, and governance across the operationOversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cyclesManage balance sheet integrity, working capital, and cash flow performanceSupport year-end audit and statutory reporting requirementsPartner Operations and Plant Leadership teams to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitabilityDeliver actionable MI to support decision-making across the businessManage, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionalsBuild capability within the finance function and drive high performanceLead process improvement and finance transformation initiativesPromote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementProfileA successful Senior Finance Manager should have:A professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.Proven expertise in accounting and finance within