Finance Manager - Carrickfergus - £60,000 - £65,000 (15340)
We’re representing a highly reputable client in the manufacturing industry who is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead their finance function.
What’s on Offer
Competitive Salary (up to £65,000)
Early Friday Finish
Established team
Collaborative, growth-oriented environment
Free on-site parking
About You:
A recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) or qualified by experience in a senior role
5–10 years post-qualification experience at senior accountant level
Excellent analytical, reporting and IT skills, including MIS and advanced Excel
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders
Proven leadership ability and strong commercial awareness
Experience in manufacturing, product costing, or ERP systems (desirable)
Your Responsibilities
Always
Lead the finance function and ensure full compliance with reporting standards, legal requirements and IFRS
Produce accurate monthly accounts, budgets and group reporting for the parent company
Provide analysis, insights and recommendations to support business performance
Oversee statutory accounts and audits, ensuring all deadlines are met
Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations and effective use of the ERP system
Support departmental managers on KPIs, cost management and inventory valuation
Ensure VAT returns, policies and core financial processes are completed accurately and on time
Uphold health, safety and environmental compliance
Often
Participate in preparing quotations for new business and grant applications
Monitor and manage existing bank loans
Collaborate on continuous improvement programmes and information-sharing initiatives
Provide support across the organisation on financial reporting and system-related queries
Occasionally
Undertake Company Secretary legal requirements
Liaise with external regulatory bodies
Support other duties or project-based work as required
Never
Miss the chance to share your ideas
Attempt to teach a goldfish to play chess
Interested?
If this sounds like the job for you, just click on the ‘submit a cv’ button at the top right of the website
