Operational Finance Manager

Role Summary You will be responsible for the standard costing structure and all related financial activities from sales down to gross contribution. This role plays a key part in supporting operational decision making, driving cost efficiency and maintaining strong financial controls. The successful applicant will provide meaningful analysis and insight; considering the potential impact on the wider Group profitability and efficiencies. This role is responsible for managing the day to day activities of the cost accounting and perpetual inventory team and currently has four direct reports. What you’ll be doing Lead and manage all aspects of cost accounting, including standard cost development, variance analysis, and cost of goods sold (COGS) Financial control and analysis of cost of sales, product margin and productivity Partnering with operational teams to provide financial data to assist informed data driven decisions Cross functional collaboration working across multiple levels of the organisation Contributing towards business process improvement and implementation of efficiencies Weekly sales forecast, stock reporting Manage month‑end close activities for your area, including accruals, journals, reconciliations, and variance analysis Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements Budgeting and Forecasting Yearly review of costing structure including year end cost roll requirements Oversight of credit control with Sales OpCo's, and intercompany recharges Working with team members to ensure successful achievement of objectives and developing the team’s overall capabilities and expertise Any other adhoc tasks as requested by Line Manager