Hands on Head of Finance required to join an International Multi site Manufacturing business as they embark on an exciting phase on their growth journey, working with a pragmatic and development driven Group FD
Client Details
£180m t/o Multi site Manufacturing group based in North-East Derbyshire
Description
*Strategic Financial Leadership * Develop and execute the group’s financial strategy aligned with overall business goals.

* Act as a strategic advisor to the Group FD and executive team on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investment opportunities.

* Drive capital structure optimisation and risk management strategies.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes across all business units.

* Provide insightful analysis of key business metrics to drive decision-making and performance improvement.

* Support product costing, pricing strategies, and margin analysis.

Operational Finance * Partner with plant managers and operations leaders to ensure cost efficiency, productivity improvements, and ROI on capital projects.

* Establish and monitor key manufacturing financial KPIs, including OEE, cost per unit, scrap, and inventory turnover.

* Optimise working capital, including inventory and receivables management.

Financial Reporting & Compliance * Oversee preparation and delivery of accurate and timely financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annual).

* Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance requirements.

* Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.

Leadership & Team Management * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across the group.

* Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.


Profile
Hands on, commercially minded Finance leader with an appetite for process improvement and Team development
Job Offer
£75-80k with bonus and progression opportunity