Finance Manager - Henderson Brown Recruitment : Job Details

Finance Manager

Full Time - Permanent

Location: Maidstone, Kent (Initially on-site, moving to hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home after probation)

Salary: Up to £50,000 + £4,000 car allowance + discretionary bonus

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a Finance Manager to take on a pivotal role within a dynamic and commercially focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a highly visible position where you will provide strategic insight, ensure robust financial control, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to drive business performance.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Act as a proactive Finance Business Partner, providing strategic insight, challenge, and support to commercial teams.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, including forecasts, budgets, variance analysis, and ad-hoc performance insights to drive business growth.
• Oversee margin management, consignment reconciliation, royalties, rebates, grower loans, and foreign currency requirements, providing actionable recommendations.
• Present and explain commercial performance, identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement initiatives to stakeholders.
• Develop, challenge, and review budget and forecast assumptions and KPIs, preparing clear and informative monthly review packs.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• Fresh produce industry experience is essential
• Strong management accounting / financial analysis background
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• A proactive, adaptable and results-driven professional with strong communication and influencing ability

Package & Benefits:

• Up to £50,000 base salary (DOE)
• £4,000 car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working after probation (3 office / 2 home)

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a highly influential Finance Manager role where your expertise will be valued, and your contribution will shape business performance. You'll enjoy autonomy, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Please reach out for a confidential chat or apply with your most up-to-date CV.