Finance Manager

Anderson Knight Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with one of our key clients, a leading distribution business, to recruit a Finance Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and ambitious finance professional to take ownership of the finance function, drive strategic initiatives, and lead the development and standardisation of finance processes across the organisation. The Role: As Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing the finance function, providing strategic oversight, and supporting operational decision-making. You will work closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced, commercial environment, shaping financial strategy, improving efficiency, and embedding best practice across the business. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the preparation and ownership of monthly management accounts and financial reporting * Oversee budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to support commercial decision-making * Manage cash flow and provide insight to improve efficiency and working capital * Prepare year-end audit files and liaise with external auditors * Develop financial models, reporting tools, and standardised processes to drive performance * Mentor and support junior finance team members, fostering professional development * Ensure compliance with accounting standards and strong internal controls * Identify opportunities to streamline finance operations and implement process improvements Key Skills & Experience: * Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or Qualified by Experience) * Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail * Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels * Proactive and able to manage competing priorities independently * Experience within distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or similar fast-paced commercial environments is desirable but not essential * Demonstrable experience in finance transformation, process improvement, or standardisation initiatives What’s on Offer: Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Finance Manager to make a real impact within a well-established and growing distribution business, while developing their career in a commercially driven environment