Finance Manager

Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding and innovative engineering organisation based in Antrim. Operating at the forefront of its sector, the business is investing heavily in growth, systems, and people. You will be joining a collaborative finance team in a company that values continuous improvement, operational excellence, and strong commercial decision-making.


Your new role
As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the senior finance team by taking ownership of core finance operations, delivering timely and accurate financial reporting, and driving improved financial performance across the business. You will oversee month-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are achieved and outputs are reliable and insightful. You will lead on the preparation of management accounts, contribute to group reporting, and provide meaningful analysis to explain financial performance and key variances. A significant part of the role will focus on strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. You will work closely with operational teams, offering financial guidance and supporting better commercial decision-making. You will also act as a key point of contact for external auditors throughout the year-end process, support system developments, and ensure compliance with financial standards and internal policies. In addition, you will lead and develop a small finance team, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and continuous development.


What you'll need to succeed
Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role within an engineering, construction or manufacturing environment
Strong background in financial reporting, management accounts, and audit processes
Experience improving financial controls, systems, and processes
Confident analysing financial data and communicating insights to non-financial stakeholders
Strong leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring a team
Experience working with systems and driving system improvements
Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines


What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking engineering business Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
A varied and commercially focused role with real impact on business performance
Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression and development


What you need to do now
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