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Finance and payroll management for manufacturing companies

Azets offers a complete range of finance and payroll services for industrial and manufacturing companies, supporting your growth.

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Manufacturing companies

Manufacturing companies often operate in an environment where margins, volumes, and supply chains are constantly influenced by external factors. Azets acts as an extension of your finance and payroll function, helping you create control, efficiency, and profitability across your business.

We provide a comprehensive portfolio of finance, payroll, and advisory services, backed by an understanding of production, inventory, procurement, and international operations. Our expertise and extensive industry experience are delivered in a clear, personal way by dedicated teams.

Whether you are managing complex cost structures and regulatory requirements, labour costs, or volatile supply chains, we can support every aspect of your finance function and help you become smarter, faster, and more competitive. Contact us to learn more about how we can support your business.

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Industry expertise in manufacturing operations

We understand the connection between production, inventory, procurement, and profitability.

Scalable solutions

Our services can be tailored to your organisation’s size, structure, and growth ambitions.

High compliance requirements

We ensure that you comply with industry-specific regulations, including environmental requirements and trade-related standards.

Effective cost control

We help you gain better visibility into costs, margins, and cash flow.

Services for manufacturing companies

We can take responsibility for all or part of your finance and payroll management:

Accounting & reporting

  • Ongoing accounting
  • Financial statements and annual reports
  • Inventory accounting and cost of goods sold
  • Cost tracking and margin analysis
  • VAT management
  • K2, K3, IFRS
  • Tax returns

Payroll administration

  • Payroll processing
  • Shift work, unsocial hours premiums, and overtime
  • Collective agreements and employment law
  • Pensions and employee benefits
  • Travel expenses and out-of-pocket reimbursements

Accounts payable and payment processes

  • Supplier invoices and procurement workflows
  • Administration of foreign exchange forward contracts
  • Approval workflows and payments
  • Reconciliations and controls
  • Customer invoicing
  • Payment reminders and collections

Advisory services for better control and profitability

Cost management and efficiency improvements

We help you analyse your cost structure and identify opportunities for improvement across production, procurement, and administration.

Cash flow and working capital management

We support you in optimising inventory levels, payment flows, and cash flow to reduce tied-up capital.

Internal control and compliance

We ensure that your processes, routines, and reporting meet current regulatory requirements.

Support during change and growth

We act as advisors during investments, expansion projects, restructuring initiatives, and internationalization.

Common challenges for manufacturing companies

Manufacturing businesses often face complex challenges where finance, production, and logistics are closely interconnected. We help you create structure and control throughout the entire value chain:

  • Difficulty gaining real-time insight into costs and profitability
  • Capital tied up in inventory and long cash conversion cycles
  • Significant fluctuations in raw material and energy costs
  • Complex supply chains and procurement processes
  • High requirements for compliance and reporting

Gain control of the right KPIs

We help you monitor and analyze the key performance indicators that are critical to profitability in manufacturing businesses.

  • Gross margin and contribution margin
  • Inventory turnover
  • Capital tied up in operations
  • Production and unit costs
  • Cash flow and working capital

The result is clear decision-making support that strengthens both management and performance tracking.

International trade and supply chains

Manufacturing companies often depend on international suppliers and customers. We help you manage VAT, customs duties, and regulatory requirements related to imports and exports.

With the right structure in place, you can reduce risks and ensure efficient cross-border operations.

Looking to improve the finance or payroll function at your company?

Complete the form and we will contact you to discuss how Azets can support your operations, from production through to financial reporting.

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