Senior Finance Analyst - Manufacturing and Operations Location: North Somerset Salary: Up to £63,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits We''re looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to be a trusted partner within the organisation. You''ll provide insight, financial analysis, and strategic support to drive operational performance, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partnering: Act as the go-to finance expert for site managers, providing insights on cost drivers, material usage, labour efficiency, waste, and overheads.Financial Planning and Reporting: Lead monthly PandL analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. Deliver clear cost centre reports highlighting variances and trends.Manufacturing Costing and Inventory: Analyse production variances, monitor WIP, support standard cost updates, and optimise inventory and working capital.Systems and Reporting: Maintain and improve SAP ERP reports; automate reporting processes using Excel/Power BI.Controls and Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance with internal controls, support audits, and drive process improvements across finance and operations.Skills and ExperienceQualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience in manufacturing finance.Strong financial modelling, analytical, and business partnering skills.Experience with SAP ERP (FI/CO, PP, MM) and Power BI desirable.Knowledge of product costing, BOMs, routings, and production processes.Excellent communicator, able to