Senior Finance Manager

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Senior Finance Manager - Supply Chain & Engineering (High-Impact Leadership Role)The OpportunityThis is not a typical Senior Finance Manager role.We are looking for a high-calibre finance leader (6 years PQE) to operate as a true strategic partner to senior operational leaders across Supply Chain, Engineering, and Logistics in a large, complex, asset-intensive environment.With a remit comparable in scope and influence to a Head of Finance, this role sits at the heart of decision-making-shaping strategy, influencing multi-million-pound investment decisions, and driving operational performance across critical business functions.You will be expected to step away from the desk, embed yourself within operations, and build deep relationships with stakeholders both on-site and in the field.What You'll Be Responsible ForStrategic Business PartneringAct as the trusted finance partner to senior Supply Chain, Engineering, and Procurement leadersProvide independent challenge and commercial insight to optimise cost, performance, and long-term valueInfluence decision-making across sourcing strategies, capital investment, and operational initiativesBuild strong, credible relationships across operational sites-not just head officePerformance & Decision SupportTranslate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planningDrive financial rigour across large-scale programmes and cost basesDevelop and evaluate business cases, investment proposals, and transformation initiativesCommercial & Financial LeadershipOwn financial modelling across key programmes, including scenario analysis and long-term forecasting Provide insight on cost drivers, supplier economics, and operational performanceIdentify risks, opportunities, and interventions to improve delivery against planEnsure decisions are aligned with cash flow, profitability, and long-term strategic goals Influence & LeadershipOperate as a credible advisor to Directors and senior stakeholders, providing challenge and guidance [Senior Fin...June 2026 | Word]Lead and develop high-performing teams (direct or indirect)Drive a culture of commercial accountability and financial disciplineRepresent finance in cross-functional forums, governance boards, and programme discussionsWhat We're Looking ForQualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 6 years PQEProven experience in business partnering within supply chain, logistics, engineering, or similarly operational environmentsBackground in large, complex organisations with multiple stakeholders and significant cost basesA confident, credible communicator who can challenge senior stakeholders and influence outcomesTrack record of building relationships beyond finance-particularly in operational/on-site environmentsStrong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financials into strategic insightExperience operating at Senior Manager level with exposure to Director-level stakeholders What Makes This Role DifferentScope and impact typically aligned to a Head of Finance roleHigh visibility with senior leadership and executive stakeholdersOpportunity to shape major operational and strategic decisionsA true"out-of-the-seat" business partnering role-not desk-bound FP&AExposure to complex, high-value programmes and transformation initiativesPackageUp to £110,000 base salaryUp to 30% bonusPension, share schemes, and flexible benefitsAdditional lifestyle and travel benefits