Head of Finance

Mansfield Pollard; Bradford; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering firm in Bradford is seeking a Head of Finance to lead end-to-end finance processes. The ideal candidate will hold ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and be excited about integrating AI and automation in finance. This role offers mentorship from a respected CFO and a pivotal position in a growing business focused on innovative solutions and sustainable practices. Competitive salary package offered.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced CFO

Pivotal role with autonomy

Focus on innovation and sustainability

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance leadership role.
• Ability to implement innovative solutions.
• Desire for a dynamic and autonomous work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end finance processes.
• Collaborate with top management on procurement and IT.
• Drive automation and AI integration in finance.

Skills

Commercial acumen

AI and automation knowledge

Leadership and mentorship

Confidence in idea generation

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification

Tools

Sage 200

Microsoft CoPilot

Job description

Overview

Head of Finance

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire (On-site)

Salary: Up to c£75k bonus package

(ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified)

Ready to fast-track your journey to FD? This role, your next CFO and this company is your springboard to achieve just that.

At Mansfield Pollard, a thriving £28m turnover engineering and manufacturing business with big ambitions, they are seeking a sharp, ideas-driven Head of Finance. This newly created role isn\u2019t just another step - it\u2019s your launchpad to becoming a Finance Director.

Over the past few years, the business has quadrupled in size under the leadership of a hugely impressive CFO - a CFO who is not only passionate about growth but is equally invested in coaching and mentoring future finance leaders. In fact, his track record is clear: empower people, give them autonomy, and get them ready for the next big leap in their career.

Now, with the next phase of growth strategy in place for the next few years, they are looking for someone who is equally ambitious - someone who loves bringing fresh ideas, wants real autonomy, and has the career hunger to match the company\u2019s energy.

What\u2019s in it for you?

• Be mentored by one of the best. The CFO isn\u2019t just impressive on paper - it\u2019s clear across the business just how well-respected and genuinely liked he is. When we toured the site, it was obvious: finance is the heartbeat of the business.
• Step into a truly pivotal role. Finance already holds a seat at the top table here - with the CFO leading procurement, IT, ESG, and Health & Safety alongside finance.
• Shape the future. From Sage 200 system implementation to rolling out Microsoft CoPilot, to embedding AI and automation into finance processes - this is a company excited about innovation, and you\u2019ll be right at the centre of it.
• Be part of a values-driven business. ESG and sustainability aren\u2019t tick-box exercises here - they\u2019re embedded into the company\u2019s agenda.
• Grow with a business that keeps its people. High retention rates across all functions, long-serving employees, and a genuine sense of pride and belonging.

Who you are:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified.
• Sharp, commercially switched-on, and confident bringing ideas to the table.
• Excited about the role AI and automation will play in shaping finance.
• Career-driven, but wanting an environment where you\u2019ll be trusted, respected, and given space to shine.

If you\u2019re ready to take ownership of end-to-end finance in a dynamic, growing business - and you\u2019re hungry to make your mark - this is your opportunity.

Mansfield Pollard: Where ideas matter, and your future is built.

About IFF Talent:

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