Job Description

Job Title: Finance Manager (Overhead Cost Management) - 6 Month FTC

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000

Location: Tamworth

Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Role Overview:

We are seeking a focused and results-driven Finance Manager to lead an overhead cost management project on a 6-month fixed-term contract. As part of a large UK-based organisation, you will play a critical role in driving cost control and operational efficiency. This role is primarily focused on analysing, managing, and reducing overhead costs to support our financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Overhead Cost Control: Take ownership of tracking, monitoring, and reducing overhead costs across the business.

Cost Efficiency Initiatives: Identify inefficiencies and collaborate with department heads to implement effective cost-saving strategies.

Financial Reporting: Provide detailed and timely reports on overhead expenses, presenting insights and recommendations to senior management.

Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead overhead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with the organisation's financial goals.

Variance Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of variances in overhead costs, identifying issues and recommending corrective actions.

Process Improvement: Continuously assess and refine financial processes to improve the accuracy and efficiency of overhead cost management.Key Requirements:

Proven experience in a finance management role, with specific expertise in overhead cost management.

Demonstrated success in reducing costs while maintaining operational performance.

Strong analytical and financial reporting skills, with a focus on overheads.

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to influence cost-saving decisions.

Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications highly desirable