Finance Manager

Join a Growing Business with a Rich Heritage – Become Our Finance Manager Your role will be the key to the growth of this business, and you are someone who will make it your own. On a day-to-day basis, you’ll work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership to ensure financial success as they continue with their plans to expand and diversify. Our client's not just a manufacturer with over 80 years of history—they are a forward-thinking, innovative company committed to excellence and sustainability. From your Hillington base, you’ll continue to help them grow into a modern, thriving business that’s ready to expand further. What You’ll Do: * Take responsibility for statutory and management accounts * Oversee cash flow management, forecasting, and business planning * Manage payroll, banking, and stock control * Provide commercial input, including price and margin analysis * Review contracts, terms, and conditions What We’re Looking For: * Experience: You’ve got at least 5 years of experience in finance, ideally within a manufacturing environment. We’re open to less experience if you bring the right skills and attitude. * Qualifications: Either professionally qualified or qualified by experience (QBE). * Skills: Strong finance background with the ability to think strategically. We want someone who can bring fresh ideas and take full ownership of their role. * Mindset: You see the bigger picture and are excited about making things happen. You’re a proactive, forward-thinker who thrives in a growing business. Why Join Us? * Shape the future of a growing business with a strong legacy. * Work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team. * A role that evolves based on your strengths and ambitions. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to a business with both history and future potential, we want to hear from you. Apply now as below – don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date, we can sort that at a later stage! About 1492 Search In a nutshell – We discover great people! Created with the belief that the process is just as necessary as the opportunity, we decided there was a better recruitment method. Working solely in the manufacturing and engineering industry, we work on retained projects to provide accountability for every hire we make with you. We connect candidates and hiring managers, provide in-depth project management plans and advise through up to date market research. No two hires are the same, and that’s why each project is adapted to your needs. We aim to take the stress out of the hiring process and focus on the job at hand! We aim to reply to all applications, successful or not, within 2 working days of applying for the role. If you are not happy with the service, please feel free to give us a call or drop us an email. 1492 Ltd and its clients promote a policy of equal opportunities. Our policy is to treat job applicants and employees in the same way regardless of age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, colour or disability