Finance Manager

Position: Finance Manager (Permanent)
Location: Merksworth

Senior Finance & Operations Manager

Location:

Paisley | On-site | Full-time

A well-established Scottish manufacturer operating internationally is seeking a hands-on Finance & Operations professional to take ownership of the finance function while supporting wider business operations. Reporting directly to the Directors, this role is central to financial control, compliance, and operational efficiency within a fast-paced SME environment.

Key Responsibilities

Working alongside the company account to file reports and manage finances, including monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and multi-currency transactions

VAT returns, payroll, HMRC reporting, and liaison with external accountants for year-end accounts

Oversight of payment runs, invoicing, credit control, and stock valuation

Product costing and margin analysis

Line management of a small office/finance team

Responsibility for HR administration, onboarding, appraisals, and compliance

General business administration including insurance, fleet, and supplier management

Working closely with production and warehouse teams to support order fulfilment and operational deadlines

Skills & Experience

Professional accounting qualification is a bonus, though strong experience will be considered

Manufacturing or operational business experience advantageous

Confident working independently with strong attention to detail and deadline focus

Experience with Sage Accounts and strong Excel skills essential

Previous team management experience desirable

Package

Competitive salary (DOE)

Company pension contribution

Annual performance bonus

Private benefits package

Generous holiday allowance including public holidays, birthday leave, and Christmas shutdown

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to make a tangible impact in a growing, owner-led business.

STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Agency and a Recruitment Business. We endeavour to reply to all applications when possible however on occasions this may not be possible due to volumes of responses. STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities