Eaton Syalon

Finance Manager Private-Equity Backed SME Hybrid (West Midlands) £55,000 - £65,000 + Bonus & Benefits Eaton Syalon is working exclusively with a private-equity backed SME as it strengthens its core finance capability. This is a broad, hands-on Finance Manager role reporting to the Group CFO, with responsibility for building structure, improving commercial visibility and embedding robust financial processes within a growing, evolving business. The role is well suited to someone from a smaller environment who understands that not everything is fully developed - and enjoys putting shape, discipline and clarity around a finance function. The Opportunity This role is about owning the numbers and the process behind them. You'll take responsibility for core financial reporting, controls and cash management, while working closely with operational leaders to introduce greater commercial rigour, insight and accountability across the business. The finance function is established but still developing - reporting, processes and controls need strengthening and refining, rather than maintaining a "finished" environment. You'll be trusted to assess what's needed, prioritise improvements, and implement practical solutions that work for an SME. You'll also manage and develop a small transactional finance team, ensuring strong foundations as the business continues to scale. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Full ownership of monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow) Improve the quality, accuracy and timeliness of reporting Produce clear, meaningful monthly packs for senior leadership and investors Develop and embed consistent reporting disciplines across the business Maintain a rolling 13-week cashflow forecast with strong visibility of risks and opportunities Commercial & Operational Finance Add commercial challenge around cost control, margins, pricing and performance Analyse customer, product and operational profitability Support decision-making through scenario analysis and financial modelling Work closely with operational leaders to link financial outcomes to operational drivers Process, Controls & Governance Strengthen financial controls, processes and documentation Improve working capital management (WIP, debtors, creditors and cash conversion) Partner with procurement and operations to tighten cost and supplier controls Identify gaps in systems, reporting and processes - and pragmatically fix them Budgeting & Forecasting Lead budgeting and reforecasting cycles Introduce more structured, driver-based forecasting where appropriate Track performance against KPIs and challenge variances Team Leadership Manage and develop the transactional finance team Create clarity around roles, ownership and expectations Build capability and consistency within the finance function About You You'll be a qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA) with experience in a Finance Manager or broad commercial finance role within an SME environment. You're likely to have worked in a business where: systems and reporting weren't perfect processes needed building or tightening finance needed to be both hands-on and commercially credible You'll bring: strong core finance skills and cashflow awareness confidence introducing structure and control without over-engineering a practical, sleeves-rolled-up mindset the ability to work comfortably with operational leaders and senior stakeholders Experience in a PE-backed, high-growth or change environment is helpful - but an SME mindset is essential.

Finance Manager - Manufacturing Finalist or Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) North Nottinghamshire £50-60k + Benefits We're supporting a high growth manufacturing business with the appointment of a Finance Manager. This is a commercially focused finance role sitting close to operations, production and the Finance Director. This is a hands-on, site based position with real influence: owning the numbers, improving visibility around margins and working capital, and supporting confident decision making at both site and group level. The Opportunity Ideally suited to a Management Accountant or Finance Manager with experience operating in the manufacturing sector already. You'll lead month end reporting, job costing and margin analysis, while partnering closely with operational and commercial teams to drive performance and insight. It's well suited to a qualified (Or nearly qualified) accountant who enjoys being embedded in the business, not just reporting the numbers, but explaining them, challenging them, and improving the processes behind them. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of month-end and year-end close for the manufacturing division Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary Ownership of job costing, WIP and gross margin reporting Balance sheet control, including fixed assets, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations Accurate inventory valuation reporting Budgeting and forecasting for the manufacturing division Oversight of statutory compliance including VAT, PAYE, CIS, R&D claims and corporation tax Partnering with operations to assess contract profitability and pricing Development and monitoring of KPIs aligned to operational and financial performance Support ERP and finance system improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency Liaison with auditors, advisors and external stakeholders About You We are keen to talk to Qualified Management Accountants or Finance Manager level individuals with experience in a manufacturing environment. You will enjoy partnering with the wider business where you can truly add value. A strong background in management reporting, job costing and margin analysis, well developed Excel skills and experience of using ERP / finance systems are all important technical skills. Interpersonally you will be comfortable engaging with operations and senior stakeholders and have a proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement