Finance Manager

CMA Recruitment Group have been retained by a B-Corp certified, sustainable UK manufacturer to find their first senior finance hire - and having spent time with the founders, we were genuinely struck by the culture here. Relaxed, collaborative, with a real sense of humour and a work hard, enjoy it ethos that's clearly a big part of why the business has performed so impressively. If you want to be close to a business that actually cares how it operates day to day, this is one to explore. What the Finance Manager role will involve: Full ownership of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting and weekly cashflow reporting Cost accounting across materials, labour and overheads - maintaining costing models, analysing margins and identifying savings across manufacturing operations Overseeing inventory accounting, stock valuation, reconciliation and internal controls Acting as a true business partner to production, procurement and operations — supporting pricing decisions, CapEx appraisals and commercial strategy Driving process improvement and reporting automation as the finance function grows The suitable Finance Manager candidate: Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with solid experience in a manufacturing or product-led environment highly desirable Strong technical grounding in cost accounting, stock management and management reporting would be ideal. Commercially minded and hands-on - someone who wants to understand how the business works, not just report on it Confident working directly with founders and senior stakeholders in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial setting Collaborative, personable and comfortable in a non-corporate culture where pragmatism and common sense are valued.  Good sense of humour is a must  Why this Finance Manager role stands out: First senior finance hire at a growing, B-Corp certified manufacturer - genuine scope to shape how finance supports the business from day one Direct working relationship with the founders in a business with serious momentum A culture that's relaxed, team-oriented and genuinely enjoyable - and one they're conscious of protecting as they grow Hybrid working with flexibility , plus 10% bonus, private medical, pension and 25 days holiday Role can be considered over a 4 or 5 day week Salary dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications.  Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received