Senior accountant operations

Elevation Senior Finance are recruiting a qualified Senior Accountant to join the growing Operational Finance Team of a fast-growing listed manufacturing business in Alfreton. You will be responsible for leading the manufacturing finance agenda for 7 manufacturing sites across the North of England. This will include responsibility for leading a team of finance business partners who are responsible for all aspects of financial and management reporting for the Group rsquo;s operations functions; comprising of Planning, Production, Recycling and Logistics business areas. You will report into the Head of Operational Finance and will be a strategic business partner to the Group rsquo;s Chief Operating Officer (C.O.O.) and the Operations Leadership Team. Responsibilities will include: Acting as strategic business partner to the COO and Operations Leadership Team Identifying and analysing risks and opportunities to achieve annual business unit targets Conducting financial appraisals and corresponding cost tracking of strategic initiatives Leading, managing and supporting a team of business partners Developing a strong understanding of all areas of operations, and become a key contact and conduit for the Operational Team Supporting and reviewing throughout all areas of the accounting process for manufacturing, to include Month end reporting, performance analysis, financial forecasts, annual budgets Key skills / qualifications: CIMA / ACCA qualified Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment Ability to engage and communicate on all levels Ability to work in a fast-paced environment SAP system experience beneficial, particularly production and financial modules Full UK driver rsquo;s license Benefits: Competitive basic salary 25 days paid leave each year Free Healthcare plan for all employees Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Option to join the Share Save Scheme at Company Pension Plan Career progression opportunities This is a fantastic role where you be given significant responsibility to drive operational business performance. If you are ready for a new challenge, and are looking for a leadership role within manufacturing, then please apply today