Finance Manager

Finance Manager Neston, Cheshire £52,800 Monday – Friday (Flexibility) We’re recruiting for a Finance Manager to join a specialist engineering business operating across the UK, Germany and the US. This is a key hire, reporting directly to the Managing Director, where you’ll take ownership of the finance function while supporting group-level reporting and wider business operations. The Role This is a predominantly finance-led position, with occasional involvement in wider business support when required. You’ll be responsible for: * Producing monthly management accounts with analysis and commentary * Managing cashflow forecasting and P&L reporting * Supporting group accounts and reporting across multiple entities * Preparing year-end accounts and audit packs * Overseeing sales invoicing, purchase orders and credit control * Submitting VAT returns, payroll and HMRC requirements * Working with Sage 50 for day-to-day finance operations * Driving process improvements across finance and systems About You We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on SME environment and wants to take ownership of finance within a growing business. You’ll ideally have: * ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified * Experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment (preferred) * Strong management accounting and cashflow experience * Exposure to group accounts or multi-entity reporting (desirable) * Experience using Sage 50 * Strong Excel and IT skills * A proactive, organised and detail-focused approach The Opportunity * Take full ownership of the finance function * Be part of a growing international business (UK, Germany, US) * Work closely with the Managing Director * Flexible working (4 or 5 days considered) * 10% senior management bonus * Private healthcare (including dependents) * Company laptop, phone and credit card provided * Occasional travel to Germany (once a year) If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact and be part of a growing international business, this could be a great fit