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Regional Finance Manager

Location: Bristol-based (with regular travel to Cardiff and Southampton)

Fresh People are seeking a Regional Finance Partner for a Fresh Produce Global Leader for 3 sites in the South West based out of Bristol .In this role your responsibilities will include management accounting, forecasting, commercial analysis, delivering financial analysis , monthly forecast , budgets and variances whilst conducting margin management and performance benchmarking across all locations. Driving financial compliance in line with SOX internal control framework and company policies

The Person

CIMA or ACCA qualified accountant with experience in multi-site FMCG manufacturing or from Fresh Produce or a Food Wholesale operation. In this role, you’ll be pivotal in ensuring my client maintain strong financial performance, aligning operational goals with strategic financial insights Must be a strong communicator, skilled at building relationships across business levels. A proactive, results-driven team player with the ability to adapt quickly in changing environments. You will be required to visit all 3 locations weekly , with an overnight stay potentially offered in Southampton due to distance from Bristol if required.

The Role Requirements

* Act as a trusted advisor to Branch Managers and Regional Directors, providing financial insights, analysis, and guidance to enhance decision-making.

* Identify commercial risks and opportunities within the region, helping the business meet financial targets.

* Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and performance reports.

* Conduct detailed variance analysis to highlight discrepancies between actuals and forecasts/budgets, providing insights to drive performance improvements.

* Compile and present Monthly Review Packs, participating in monthly branch review meetings to discuss financial health and action items.

* Analyse and monitor product margins, identifying areas for improvement to enhance profitability.

* Collaborate with branch managers to review consignment reconciliation and optimize margin performance.

* Track and analyse costs and related KPIs to ensure efficient cost management

* Ensure compliance with SOX internal control frameworks,

* Collaborate with internal and external auditors

* Benchmark performance across various sites within the region, identifying best practices and sharing insights with other locations to drive regional consistency.

* Attend monthly stock takes to ensure inventory accuracy and manage reconciliations.

* Challenge and refine budget and forecast assumptions, providing a critical review of KPIs to drive continuous improvement.

* Implement process improvements and help change behaviours through compelling analysis and close collaboration with non-finance teams.

If you are qualified and looking for a new challenge then reach out today for a discussion about the role in more detail