Are you a hands-on Finance Manager looking to step into a high-impact role within a growing, multi-entity business?We''re partnering with an ambitious and expanding manufacturing group seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day finance operations while playing a key role in future growth, acquisitions, and process improvement.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress towards a Financial Controller role in the near future.You''ll take full ownership of the finance function across multiple entities, working closely with senior leadership to deliver accurate reporting, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making.Key responsibilities include:Leading the month-end close and producing consolidated management accountsDelivering insightful variance analysis, KPIs, and reportingOverseeing balance sheet integrity and reconciliationsSupporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planningDriving process improvements and financial controlsPartnering with operational teams on costing, stock, and performance analysisSupporting acquisitions and integration of new businessesManaging and developing a small finance teamWe''re looking for a proactive and commercially aware finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced SME environment.You will have:Strong management accounting experience, ideally within manufacturingProven experience owning month-end processesExperience with costing, stock, WIP, or operational financeExposu