Finance Manager

ProTalent; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Finance Manager Manufacturing
(phone number removed); East Sussex (phone number removed); £60,000 + Bonus Potential (phone number removed); On-site with Ad Hoc Flexibility

Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a hands-on, strategic role within a dynamic and growing manufacturing business?

We re partnering with a well-established manufacturer in East Sussex, recently backed by private equity investment, to find a commercially minded Finance Manager to join their leadership team.

The Role:
This is a broad and influential position where you ll take full ownership of the financial function and play a pivotal role in shaping business strategy. You ll lead everything from day-to-day finance operations to forward-looking analysis and reporting, all while working closely with operational teams across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management
2. Deliver monthly and annual financial reporting
3. Ensure compliance with all relevant financial legislation
4. Drive financial planning, profitability analysis, and cost control
5. Oversee payroll, procurement, and invoicing processes
6. Act as the key liaison for auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners
7. Manage finance systems and support wider business operations

What We re Looking For:

1. Qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE
2. Strong experience in manufacturing or production environments
3. Advanced knowledge of Xero and Excel
4. A proactive, analytical mindset with strong leadership skills
5. Comfortable working closely with production, HR, and IT teams

What s on Offer:

1. Salary of £60,000 + performance-related bonus
2. Pension and other employee benefits
3. Opportunity to shape and influence a growing business
4. Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
5. Predominantly on-site, with occasional flexibility for remote working

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Manager who enjoys variety, autonomy, and wants to make a real impact in a business that s scaling up.

To apply or find out more, contact Lydia at ProTalent on or call (01273) (phone number removed).