Finance Manager

The SF Group is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager for a well known company in Derby. This role will report directly into the Finance Director.

Key responsibilities:
• Analyse actual versus forecasts on every product identifying and explaining any differences and short falls
• Review target cost forecast margins and assess anticipated costs
• Production of Business Unit Management Accounts Pack
• Review unexpected costs, particularly on old projects – request cost adjustments if necessary or adjust manual accruals if appropriate.
• Compare cumulative production with previous month to identify movement in the month.
• Monthly margin and cost variance analysis on projects and adjust forecasts where applicable.
• Production and analysis of WIP and produce reports to provide comentary
• Assist the Account Directors / Managers with cash management and debt
• Collate incoming orders and update order intake schedule on an ongoing basis – includes order amendments.
• Update monthly forecast for production and margin
• Update forecast at month end with actual order figures
• Prepare annual overhead forecast, estimating forecast and next year budget forecast
• Monitor unallocated costs and re-charge, where appropriate to projects.

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA or equivalent) with previous experience of working in a commercial finance role, ideally within the logistics, manufacturing or engineering sector although this isn't essential. You will have excellent communication and rapport building skills. You will be able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders, with a creative mindset and be able to challenge costs and suggest ideas and efficiencies.

This is an excellent opportunity if you want to work for a medium sized, modern and fast growing business, who put their staff at the center of what they do. You will have wide exposure across the business, and the opportunity to create a name for yourself and to have a real impact on business growth.

If this sounds like a role of interest, please apply now for immediate consideration