Finance Manager

Perm
Suffolk
Mildenhall
£55000 - £60000 per annum
Finance & Accountancy
121117

NXTGEN are recruiting a Finance Manager for a fast-growing manufacturing SME. This newly created Finance Manager role offers the chance to take ownership of the finance function, play a key part in commercial decision-making, and lead a small but committed team. The Finance Manager will also drive improvements across reporting, processes, and controls during an exciting period of change and investment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts (including group consolidations)
  • Improve management information reporting to strengthen KPI and trend analysis
  • Support annual budgets and forecasting, reporting performance against targets with clear financial insight
  • Deliver rolling cash flow forecasts and manage day-to-day cash flow
  • Oversee supplier payment strategy, ensuring effective prioritisation and negotiation
  • Support and develop the small finance team
  • Act as a point of contact for external auditors and ensure strong systems and controls are maintained
  • Oversee VAT returns and other compliance areas
  • Provide additional financial analysis to support wider business decision-making

About You

  • Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
  • Manufacturing or similar sector background is essential
  • Proven track record managing cash-constrained environments and supplier negotiations
  • Strong people manager able to lead, motivate, and support staff
  • Confident and resilient, able to influence and challenge senior stakeholders in a direct SME culture

If you're looking for a Finance Manager role where you can truly make your mark and support a growing SME on its next chapter, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary offered is dependent on experience

Grace McCallion

Senior Consultant

01603 273489

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