Regional Finance Manager

Regional Finance Manager – Wholesale Markets Southwest Location: Bristol-based (with regular travel to Cardiff and Southampton) The Role Fresh People are seeking a Regional Finance Partner for a Fresh Produce Global Leader based in the South West , based from home managing 3 sites located in Bristol along with regular travel to Cardiff and Southampton . As the Regional Finance Manager, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the companies financial goals across the region within the Wholesale Markets. The Person CIMA or ACCA qualified accountant with experience in multi-site FMCG manufacturing or from Fresh Produce or a Food Wholesale operation. In this role, you’ll be pivotal in ensuring strong financial performance is maintained, aligning operational goals with strategic financial insights.Must be a strong communicator, skilled at building relationships across business levels. Available to visit all 3 locations weekly , with an overnight stay potentially offered in Southampton due to distance from Bristol if required, driving time is classed as working time. The Role Requirements * Act as a trusted advisor to Branch Managers and Regional Directors, providing financial insights, analysis, and guidance to enhance decision-making. * Identify commercial risks and opportunities within the region, helping the business meet financial targets. * Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and performance reports. * Conduct detailed variance analysis to highlight discrepancies between actuals and forecasts/budgets, providing insights to drive performance improvements. * Compile and present Monthly Review Packs, participating in monthly branch review meetings to discuss financial health and action items. * Analyse and monitor product margins, identifying areas for improvement to enhance profitability. * Collaborate with branch managers to review consignment reconciliation and optimize margin performance. * Track and analyse costs and related KPIs to ensure efficient cost management * Ensure compliance with SOX internal control frameworks, * Collaborate with internal and external auditors * Benchmark performance across various sites within the region, identifying best practices and sharing insights with other locations to drive regional consistency. * Attend monthly stock takes to ensure inventory accuracy and manage reconciliations. * Challenge and refine budget and forecast assumptions, providing a critical review of KPIs to drive continuous improvement. * Implement process improvements and help change behaviours through compelling analysis and close collaboration with non-finance teams. If this role decribes you and your experience to date then we would like to hear from you to discuss in more detail