Finance Manager

Teesside

£45,000 – £60,000 + benefits

Full-time | Office-based

Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing business with an international customer base and a strong reputation within its specialist market. Part of a wider international group, they are now seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance function and support the Managing Director in driving business performance.

This is a varied, hands-on role offering real commercial influence. You'll lead the day-to-day finance operation while providing insight that supports strategic decision-making across the business.

Key responsibilities:

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• Taking ownership of the finance function and leading a small finance team.
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• Producing monthly management accounts with clear analysis for the Managing Director.
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• Managing budgets, forecasts and cash flow.
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• Monitoring revenue, margins, profitability and working capital.
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• Providing commercial insight to support business decisions.
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• Working with operations to analyse production costs, stock, WIP and margins.
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• Overseeing purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control, payroll and payments.
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• Managing VAT and statutory compliance.
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• Leading the year-end process with external accountants and auditors.
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• Strengthening financial controls and improving processes.
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• Developing finance systems and reporting.
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• Acting as a trusted finance partner to the Managing Director and leadership team.
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We're looking for someone with:

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• Qualified or part-qualified status (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or AAT).
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• Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.
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• Commercial awareness with an operational mindset.
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• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and working capital.
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• Strong Excel and ERP/finance systems skills.
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• A track record of improving processes and controls.
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• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
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• Confidence to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.
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• A proactive, hands-on approach.
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This is an outstanding opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturing business where finance is valued as a key driver of performance. Working closely with the Managing Director and leadership team, you'll play an important role in shaping the future of the business while enjoying broad commercial exposure.

If you're looking for a Finance Manager role where you can genuinely make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.