Finance Manager

IntroWhile professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.Cedar is currently partnered with a global consumer business to secure a Finance Manager on a 6-month fixed-term contract in Peterborough. The role offers a salary of between 65,000-75000 pro rata and will support the finance function during a period of operational activity and reporting requirements.The CompanyThis global consumer business operates at significant scale, supplying major retail customers across multiple markets. The Group employs thousands of people internationally and generates multi-billion-pound revenues, with the UK representing a substantial and strategically important division. The organisation is undergoing a period of transformation, including finance systems implementation and operational modernisation.The RoleAs Finance Manager, you will support the core finance function across reporting, forecasting, and financial control, working closely with group finance, auditors, and operational stakeholders.Responsibilities will include:Ownership of accurate monthly reporting and supporting weekly performance reporting across the UK businessSupporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling processesMaintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance across finance processesLiaising with auditors, group finance, and external stakeholders where requiredProviding analytical insight to support operational and commercial decision-makingManaging multiple deadlines within a fast-paced, complex environmentSupporting improvements to finance processes and reporting qualityYour ProfileYou will ideally have:A formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance roleFMCG experience is essentialStrong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail and accuracyAdvanced Excel capability and experience working with financial systems, ideally D365Strong experience across budgeting, forecasting, and financial modellingA solid understanding of financial controls and complianceThe ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectivelyClear and confident communication skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholdersA proactive, organised, and hands-on approach to deliveryPrior interim / contract experience would be beneficial but not essentialCompensation & BenefitsAs well as a salary of between 65,000-75000 pro rata, the role offers exposure to a large-scale, complex international group and the opportunity to support a critical finance function during a period of transformation. xjdpvnf The position will run for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract and will be based in Peterborough, accessible via major transport routes.

Created: 2026-03-19