Finance Director

Axon Moore; Burnley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established supply chain/logistics firm in Burnley is seeking a Finance Director to lead its financial strategy and operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence company goals, oversee financial planning, and manage a finance team. Ideal candidates are fully qualified accountants with experience in manufacturing or logistics. The position includes clear visibility and potential to advance to Managing Director in 12-18 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, or similar is highly desirable.
• Strong capability to influence strategic decision making.
• Experience leading and mentoring a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's financial strategy including budgeting and forecasting.
• Analyse operational costs to drive profitability.
• Mentor the finance team to foster a high-performance culture.
• Evaluate potential M&A opportunities.
• Manage relationships with banks and auditors.

Skills

Strategic financial planning

Budgeting

Commercial acumen

Team leadership

Cost-saving initiatives

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Axon Moore are exclusively partnering with a well established Supply Chain/Logistics client based to the East of Burnley to source a high calibre Finance Director to lead the business alongside an industry recognised Group CEO and Group CFO. As FD, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, including financial planning, influencing EBITDA growth, financial reporting, and ensuring the company's overall strategy supports its long-term goals and growth ambitions.

Key Responsibilities as FD:
• Lead the company's financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to align with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to develop and execute the company's strategic plans, ensuring financial resources are effectively allocated.
• Analyse operational costs, identify areas for efficiency improvements, and work with both sales and operations departments to drive cost-saving initiatives while maximising profitability.
• Manage and mentor the finance team, providing guidance, professional development, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Evaluate potential M&A opportunities including full integration of newly acquired businesses.
• Manage all external relationships for the business inclusive of Banks, Auditors etc.
• Working closely with the sales and operational teams.

Key Requirements:
• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience within manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, or similar is highly desirable
• Exposure to leading a team, including management, mentoring and development
• Strong commercial acumen, ability to influence strategic decision making

The fantastic opportunity is highly visible across the group therefore it requires a strategic leader who is a data/KPI focused who is looking to add value. This is a rare opportunity that includes, financial leadership and operational execution, with a clear pathway to the position of Managing Director in 12-18 months' time.

Due to the nature and visibility of this role, you will be required in the office 5 days a week.

If of interest please apply or contact me directly via [e-mail] or 07875 339 352