Finance ManagerLocation: ColchesterWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentHybrid Working: 2 days per week remoteSalary: Up to 50,000 per annum Ashley Kate is delighted to be partnering with a leading FMCG business in the search for a proactive and commercially minded Finance Manager. This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of the financial performance of AFF, with a strong focus on production PandL and strategic business partnering. Reporting directly to the Head of Business Finance, this role offers broad responsibilities without direct line management. Key Responsibilities Lead the production and ownership of the full PandL, annual budgeting, and three-year strategic business planning.Deliver insightful performance analysis and regular reporting to senior stakeholders.Act as a trusted business partner to senior leadership, including the Procurement and Supply Chain Director and Head Office teams.Drive enhanced variance analysis and implement robust controls across yield, wastage, labour, and operational costs.Support internal financial controls including database management, timesheet accuracy, and forecasting processes.Contribute to cross-site projects focused on process optimisation, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement.Manage capital expenditure processes and ensure effective ROI tracking and reporting. Skills and Experience Part or fully qualified ACCA/CIMA preferred; candidates qualified by experience will