Finance Director

Marks Sattin Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks Sattin Ltd is recruiting a Finance Director to lead the finance function in a growing Cambridge-based manufacturing business. You will own statutory reporting, manage the audit process, and act as the technical accounting lead while partnering with operations to drive cost control and performance improvements.

The role requires a qualified accountant with extensive experience in manufacturing, strong governance and leadership capabilities, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead all statutory reporting activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Own the year-end process and manage external auditors for a smooth audit.
• Act as technical accounting lead for complex matters and new standards.
• Oversee monthly management accounts, board reporting, and financial analysis.
• Strengthen controls, governance, and risk management across the organisation.
• Lead cashflow management, budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to improve financial visibility and cost control.
• Support growth initiatives, capital investments, and process improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

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