Director of Finance

Leprino; Northwich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations across multiple locations in the UK. This pivotal role involves overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and compliance while fostering strong relationships with operational teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance leadership, particularly in complex environments. Join a dynamic team committed to operational excellence and growth, where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded through competitive salaries and bonuses. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the financial future of a leading manufacturer in the food and beverage sector.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Bonuses

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Annual Merit Increases

Profit-Sharing Plan

401(k) Plan

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading finance functions at a senior level.
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Experience in complex, multi-site environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including budgeting and forecasting.
• Lead financial governance activities including tax filings.
• Collaborate with senior leadership for financial reporting.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Statutory Reporting

Compliance

Treasury Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

Director of Finance

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Within our Corporate Finance team located in the United Kingdom (role can be based in our Norther Ireland, Wales, or England locations) – Leprino is seeking a Director, Finance to help move our organisation to even greater heights of operational excellence and growth! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best," and it’s why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

• This position acts as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) equivalent for Leprino Europe, overseeing all financial leadership and partnering closely with operational and commercial teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the Leprino Europe leadership team, working collaboratively to support all business functions.
• Lead the full suite of financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, compliance, and treasury management.
• Oversee the development of monthly management accounts, financial analysis, variance reports, and insightful commentary to aid decision-making.
• Deliver the annual business plan and strategic plan financial models, ensuring alignment with broader commercial objectives.
• Guide financial governance activities including statutory accounts, tax filings, cash management, foreign exchange strategy, and risk management frameworks.
• Partner closely with operational and commercial teams, contributing financial expertise to customer negotiations, product pricing, and profitability reviews.
• Manage weekly and monthly reporting routines, including consolidated financial packs and performance KPIs.
• Lead robust cashflow forecasting and ensure strong working capital management practices.
• Collaborate frequently with senior US-based leadership to align financial reporting standards and expectations.
• Serve as a visible and trusted partner across our UK sites in Northwich and Llangefni, with regular in-person engagement.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and team development!
• Act as a champion of our corporate values, promoting transparency, accountability, and a spirit of progress.

Reporting Structure:

• This position reports to the Leprino Europe CEO & General Manager
• Direct reports include the Head of Financial Control and the Head of Finance Projects & FP&A

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• Extensive experience leading finance functions at a senior level, including full P&L, reporting, and budget ownership.
• Demonstrated success working in complex, multi-site environments.
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships and present financial information to non-finance colleagues.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom without sponsorship.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA).
• Experience within the dairy, food manufacturing, or beverage industries.
• Background supporting European or multinational operations.
• Exposure to cross-border financial compliance and governance structures.

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story:

Leprino’s history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing

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