Chief Financial Officer - Manufacturing - Billerica, MA

Page Executive; Greater London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A private equity-backed manufacturing firm in Greater London is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and oversee a finance team. The role involves financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making in a dynamic business environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance within manufacturing, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of US GAAP. This is an in-office position, and hybrid or remote applications are not accepted.

Benefits

Base Salary: $175,000

Performance related bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

High-impact leadership role

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CFO or VP of Finance.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards.
• Experience in growth-oriented, mid-market environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and reporting functions.
• Deliver reports to executive team and PE stakeholders.
• Manage cash flow and treasury functions.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Strategy

US GAAP Expertise

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CPA or MBA

Job description

Overview

Are you ready for a CFO role at a medium-sized manufacturing business. In-office role.

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, medium-sized, private equity-backed manufacturing business headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts. With annual revenues of approximately $60 million and a dedicated workforce of 150 employees, the company operates with a clear vision for scalable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. As part of their strategic expansion, they are seeking a commercially minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the executive team and drive financial strategy in alignment with long-term goals.

Job Description

As Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the CEO and private equity sponsors to guide the financial direction of the business. You will oversee a small finance team, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while contributing to commercial and operational decision-making.

Main duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial and management reports to the executive team and PE stakeholders.
• Provide strategic financial insight to support business growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee tax, audit, risk, and compliance functions, coordinating with external advisors as needed.
• Drive systems and process improvements to enhance scalability and reporting accuracy.
• Support M&A activity, due diligence, and integration efforts as directed by ownership.
• Lead and develop a lean, high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.

This is in-office presence, five days per week. Those seeking hybrid or remote roles need not apply.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical excellence, leadership, and commercial acumen:

• CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
• Proven experience as a CFO or VP of Finance within a manufacturing or industrial business, ideally PE-backed.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience operating in a growth-oriented, mid-market business environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage both internal stakeholders and external investors.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on capacity with a lean team.

What’s on Offer

• Base Salary: $175,000
• Performance related bonus scheme
• Comprehensive benefits package
• High-impact leadership role within a growth-focused, PE-backed business
• Billerica based employer