Finance Director in Stockport)

Grassroots Recruitment Limited; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in Stockport seeks an experienced Finance Director to lead financial strategy and management. This role combines commercial acumen with a strong ethical approach, influencing strategic decisions and investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background and excellent leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of £85,000 - £90,000 plus benefits in a values-driven workplace.

Benefits

Profit share bonus

Excellent benefits

Values-driven environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or similar sectors advantageous.
• Align with values of integrity, care and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.
• Manage investments, cash flow, and compliance.

Skills

Financial strategy

Leadership

Forecasting

Communication

Risk management

Education

Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Finance Director | Location: Stockport (hybrid - ideally 2-3 days in the office) | Salary: 85,000 - 90,000 plus bonus and benefits | Hours: Full-time, permanent

Are you an experienced Finance Director who thrives in a values-driven environment, combining commercial acumen with a strong ethical approach? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer with ambitious growth plans, where your insights will directly influence strategic decisions and future investments.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, budgeting and forecasting to support long-term growth.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to guide strategic decision-making at Board level.
• Manage investments, cash flow and liquidity to optimise performance while minimising risks.
• Oversee procurement, supplier relationships and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international financial regulations and accounting standards.
• Develop, lead and motivate a high-performing Finance team.
• Present financial performance, strategies and risks clearly to the Board and senior management.
• Build relationships with external stakeholders including banks, auditors, insurers and regulators.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in financial strategy, forecasting and investment analysis.
• Experience overseeing procurement, cost control and supplier evaluation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels.
• Commercially astute, with a track record of mitigating risk and improving business performance.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or similar sectors advantageous.
• Alignment with values of integrity, care and continuous improvement - balancing people, planet and profit.

Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary of 85,000 - 90,000, plus a profit share bonus and excellent benefits. You will be joining a business where commercial success goes hand in hand with ethical practices, and where doing the right things in the right way is central to decision-making.

Apply

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.