Finance Director - Food Manufacturing

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its Executive Board. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to shape financial strategy and optimize profitability while overseeing financial operations across a diverse group of businesses. Candidates should have a strong background in finance leadership and UK financial regulations.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity for long-term growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in finance with 5+ years in senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations and corporate governance.
• Experience in managing finance teams across multiple business units.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial activities and ensure robust internal controls.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Drive compliance with accounting standards and tax legislation.

Skills

Financial Strategy

Profitability Improvement

Cashflow Management

Transfer Pricing

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

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04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Finance Director

Full-Time | Permanent

Location: Hybrid / West Midlands

Are you an experienced Finance Director looking for your next strategic leadership opportunity? We are seeking a commercially astute and forward-thinking Finance Director to join our Executive Board and take charge of financial operations across a diverse and growing group of businesses.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role offering the chance to shape financial strategy, optimise profitability, and provide essential insight to drive business growth and long-term success.

About the Role

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities across the group. You will provide strategic financial direction, ensure robust internal controls, and contribute to shaping business decisions with accurate and insightful financial data. You'll play a central role in managing commercial projects, planning and forecasting, securing capital, and driving performance improvements across multiple business entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of effective financial frameworks and internal controls.
• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with business strategy.
• Analyse operational costs and drive profitability improvements across all group entities.
• Manage cashflow strategy and reporting to support business sustainability and growth.
• Take ownership of all liabilities, statutory obligations, and contractual commitments.
• Lead the production of meaningful financial data, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, and external financial stakeholders.
• Direct the negotiation and administration of loans and financial instruments.
• Establish and monitor financial KPIs, scorecards, and governance procedures.
• Drive compliance with accounting standards, tax legislation, and corporate policies.
• Implement effective transfer pricing strategies to support global operations and optimise tax outcomes.
• Guide capital expenditure, investment decisions, and return on capital projects.
• Support executive leadership with strategic decisions based on financial insight and risk analysis.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (BA/MA)
• Minimum 10 years in finance, with 5+ years in a senior finance leadership role (preferably within manufacturing)
• Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations, tax law, and corporate governance
• Proven experience in transfer pricing, cashflow management, and raising capital
• Skilled in managing and motivating finance teams across multiple business units

Why Join?

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of a dynamic group of companies
• Be part of an executive team that values innovation, autonomy, and high performance
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunity to make a significant impact with scope for long-term growth

Ready to take the next step in your career as a Finance Director?

Apply now and lead from the front in this exciting and influential leadership role.