Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Posted 1 week ago by Megger

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Dover, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Finance Manager role at Megger involves supporting financial operations primarily for Megger Instruments Limited while also assisting Megger Limited’s accounting functions. This position is a 6-month fixed-term contract with potential for permanence, focusing on financial reporting accuracy, operational improvements, and team leadership. The role requires a qualified accountant with significant manufacturing experience and strong analytical skills to drive performance and results within the finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead month-end close activities and review balance sheet packs.
  • Support the audit process and statutory reporting.
  • Analyse variances and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Forecast cash flow and support cost-saving initiatives across procurement, manufacturing, and engineering.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance.

Key Skills:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Significant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of standard costing and inventory accounting.
  • Advanced Excel skills; SAP experience beneficial.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and analytical skills; self-motivated and a proactive team player.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Dover

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are always looking for exceptional individuals to join our multinational group of talented professionals, and right now we are seeking to recruit a motivated and talented Finance Manager to join our team in Kent on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent. In this role, you will primarily support Megger Instruments Limited while also providing assistance to Megger Limited’s accounting functions. You will ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, drive operational improvements, and support audits. You will also lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to achieve high performance and deliver consistently strong results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead month-end close activities and review balance sheet packs.
  • Support the audit process and statutory reporting.
  • Analyse variances and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Forecast cash flow and support cost-saving initiatives across procurement, manufacturing, and engineering.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • Significant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of standard costing and inventory accounting.
  • Advanced Excel skills; SAP experience beneficial.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and analytical skills; self-motivated and a proactive team player.

About Us

At Megger, our mission is simple yet powerful: to help people live confidently and work safely by harnessing the energy that powers our world. We do this by designing and manufacturing high-quality, portable electrical test equipment that’s safe, reliable, and a breeze to use. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Their challenges fuel our innovation, and we’re proud to be a trusted partner, someone they can rely on to help them succeed. As a global leader, Megger operates in over 100 countries and employs more than 2,000 talented individuals worldwide. Our industry-leading 360° Customer Service goes far beyond products—it includes software, bespoke tools, on-site training, repairs, testing services, and expert consultancy. We’re your all-in-one destination for electrical testing solutions and we’d love for you to be part of the journey.

Our UK headquarters is based in Kent, the beautiful Garden of England, offering stunning views of Dover Castle, the Kent coastline, and even glimpses of France on a clear day!

Please note: We’re not in a position as a business to offer visa sponsorship, so we’re unable to consider applications from candidates who require it to work in the UK.

Flexible Working at Megger

We recognise that flexibility helps people thrive. That’s why we support flexible working for all employees and welcome requests from day one of employment. You can make up to two requests per 12-month period.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

People are the heart of Megger, and their unique perspectives are key to our success. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to ensuring a fair, supportive recruitment process and workplace culture for everyone.

Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications. If you're interested, don’t wait and send your application in today!