Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst (Manufacturing)

Location: Telford

Salary: Up to 45K subject to experience

T2M Resourcing are recruiting a Finance Analyst (Manufacturing) on behalf of a successful international manufacturing group during an exciting period of change.

As Finance Analyst (Manufacturing), you will support the manufacturing operations by focusing on cost accounting, performance metrics, and process efficiency. In this role, you will be the link between finance and operations, providing insights to drive decision-making.

As Finance Analyst (Manufacturing) your remit will include the following:

• Partnering with operations functions to better understand costs within the manufacturing activities
• Cost Accounting & Reporting: Prepare monthly financial reports, including weekly direct labour costs, variances to standard, and utilities costs.
• Variance Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of performance variances to identify drivers and provide commentary to operations teams.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accurate cost projections aligned with production goals.
• KPI Development & Monitoring: Coordinate the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for site reporting and monitor performance against targets.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, supply chain, procurement) to implement efficiencies and cost reduction initiatives.
• Financial Modelling & Analysis: Develop financial models for decision support, conduct ROI analysis for new projects, and evaluate cost drivers.
• Stakeholder Communication: Attend and contribute to weekly and monthly review meetings, communicating complex financial information in a clear, actionable manner to non-financial audiences.

To be successful in this role of Finance Analyst (Manufacturing), we seek a candidate with the following skills, experience and attributes:

• A part qualified accountant ideally studying towards a recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent. QBE will also be considered.
• Experience of working in a similar finance role within a manufacturing environment, with an ethos of continuous improvement,
• Ability to maintain productive working relationships with other areas of the business
• Proficiency in financial software systems and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Able to meet deadlines in a timely and efficient manner
• Experience of driving change

To apply please forward your CV together with details of your current salary and notice period.

This is a permanent appointment, and candidates must be eligible to work in the UK / EU on a permanent full-time basis.

Due to the high volume of applications if you have not received a response within 10 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

T2M Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.