Finance Manager

Position: Finance Manager
Job ID: 1687/25
Location: Essex
Rate/Salary: 50k
Benefits: Many benefits to include Hybrid, Holiday Buy back and more
Type: Permanent / Full Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies.

We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Finance Manager

Typically, this person will support the Financial Controller in overseeing the company’s financial operations.

This role is integral to ensuring accurate reporting, effective cost control, and compliance with accounting standards, while contributing to the continued development of financial strategy and operational excellence.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Finance Manager:

Assist with preparing and analysing monthly management accounts
Support the Financial Controller in preparing reports
Assist with the development of annual departmental budgets and forecasting across the group
Monitor and analyse budget variances, identify opportunities for improvement
Oversee day-to-day financial operations, (accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger management)
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and internal controls
Manage payroll processes, the fixed asset register, and key reconciliations
Support year-end preparation and audit activities.
Utilise financial software and automation tools (such as Sage 200 and SAP)
Identify and implement process and system improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and automation within the finance function.
Manage, mentor, and develop members of the finance team promoting a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and requirements for the Finance Manager:

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar role, ideally within an SME or group structure
Strong knowledge, including Sage 200 and automation tools.
Background - From an engineering business
A proactive, analytical, and improvement-focused mindset.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.