Finance Manager
4 hours ago
Saint Neots
Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire Reporting to: UK Financial Director About OSI Electronics UK OSI Electronics UK is a trusted electronics manufacturing partner, delivering high-quality solutions from design and prototyping through to PCB assembly and full box-build production. Based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, we support customers across the UK and international markets with industry-leading expertise, exceptional quality standards, reliable delivery performance, and outstanding customer service. As part of a global organisation, we pride ourselves on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term customer partnerships. We are now seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to play a key role in supporting business growth and driving financial performance. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a growing manufacturing business in a highly visible leadership role. Reporting to the UK Financial Director and managing a team of two finance professionals, you will be responsible for financial control, management reporting, forecasting, compliance, and business partnering. You will provide meaningful financial insights to help shape strategic decision-making, improve operational performance, and support continued business growth. This role offers excellent exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes., • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of management accounts and financial reports., • Maintain ownership of balance sheet integrity, including oversight of reconciliations., • Review and approve journals, accruals, provisions, and prepayments., • Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting issues and reporting variances., • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal reporting requirements. Business Partnering & Financial Analysis • Deliver insightful monthly performance reporting and financial analysis., • Analyse revenue, profitability, operating expenses, inventory, and working capital performance., • Provide commentary and recommendations on actual results versus budget and forecasts., • Prepare board and senior leadership reporting packs., • Partner with operational leaders to drive business performance and profitability., • Identify financial risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management • Lead the annual budgeting process for the UK business., • Coordinate monthly and quarterly forecasting activities., • Challenge assumptions and ensure forecasts are robust and commercially focused., • Monitor cash flow performance and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting., • Support strategic planning through scenario analysis and financial modelling. Compliance, Audit & Governance • Maintain a strong and effective internal control environment., • Ensure compliance with company policies, delegated authorities, and regulatory requirements., • Lead relationships with external auditors and support internal audit activities., • Coordinate audit requirements and drive implementation of audit recommendations., • Oversee VAT, payroll, National Statistics reporting, and corporate tax compliance. Systems & Continuous Improvement • Own and optimise key finance processes within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations., • Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and reporting enhancements., • Maintain finance process documentation and month-end procedures., • Support implementation of systems, controls, and operational efficiencies., • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the wider business. Leadership & Team Development • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team., • Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and objective setting., • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement., • Support cross-training and team resilience across finance functions. Additional Responsibilities • Act as deputy to the UK Financial Director when required., • Provide cover and support for finance team members during periods of absence., • Support corporation tax preparation and payments on account., • Undertake additional projects and responsibilities to support business needs. About You Essential • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)., • Experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar leadership role., • Proven experience leading and developing finance teams., • Strong background in financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis., • Experience managing audits, regulatory compliance, and financial controls., • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities beyond the numbers., • Advanced Excel skills and strong financial systems knowledge., • Experience working with ERP systems, ideally within a manufacturing environment., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., • Ability to influence decision-making at both operational and senior leadership levels. Desirable • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline., • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations., • Experience supporting ERP implementation projects., • Exposure to Oracle FCC or other financial consolidation systems., • Experience within a multinational organisation, ideally a US-owned business., • Manufacturing or electronics industry experience., • Seniority Level Associate • Industry, • Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, • Employment Type Full-time • Job Functions, • Finance, • Skills, • Accounting, • Auditing, • Tax Preparation, • Microsoft Dynamics JBRP1_UKTJ