A growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead the finance function, ensure a robust control environment, and provide strategic financial leadership to support the next phase of growth.




Key Responsibilities

• Lead all statutory reporting activities, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements


• Own the year-end process and manage relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and timely audit


• Act as the technical accounting lead, providing guidance on complex accounting matters and new accounting standards


• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, board reporting, and financial performance analysis


• Strengthen financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks across the organisation


• Lead cashflow management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes


• Partner with operational and manufacturing teams to improve financial visibility, cost control, and efficiency


• Support business growth initiatives, capital investment decisions, and process improvements across the manufacturing operation


• Develop and mentor the finance team, fostering a high-performing finance function

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)


• Significant experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or product-based businesses


• Strong background in statutory reporting, external audit management, and technical accounting


• Excellent understanding of financial controls, compliance, and governance requirements


• Proven leadership experience with the ability to build credibility across finance and operations


• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills


• Commercially aware, with the ability to balance technical excellence and business support


• Hands-on, pragmatic, and capable of operating effectively in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance leader who enjoys ownership of statutory reporting, audit, and compliance, while also playing a key role in supporting the wider business and driving continuous improvemen



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