Head of Finance

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic multi-site manufacturing group in the UK is seeking a Finance Leader to drive financial strategy and team development. This role involves oversight of financial planning, budget management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will be commercially minded with proven skills in leading finance teams. The position offers a competitive salary of £80-85k with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Hands on, commercially minded finance leader.
• Strong background in strategic financial leadership.
• Proven experience in team development and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the group's financial strategy.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Oversee preparation of financial reports.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Financial planning and analysis

Operational efficiency

Team management

Job description

Overview

£150m t/o Multi site Manufacturing group based in North-East Derbyshire

Responsibilities

• Year end, team management, strategic planning
• Management accounts, controls, partnering
• Strategic Financial Leadership
  • Develop and execute the group's financial strategy aligned with overall business goals.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to the Group FD and executive team on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investment opportunities.
  • Drive capital structure optimisation and risk management strategies.
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes across all business units.
  • Provide insightful analysis of key business metrics to drive decision-making and performance improvement.
  • Support product costing, pricing strategies, and margin analysis.
• Operational Finance
  • Partner with plant managers and operations leaders to ensure cost efficiency, productivity improvements, and ROI on capital projects.
  • Establish and monitor key manufacturing financial KPIs, including OEE, cost per unit, scrap, and inventory turnover.
  • Optimise working capital, including inventory and receivables management.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Oversee preparation and delivery of accurate and timely financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annual).
  • Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance requirements.
  • Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across the group.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.

The Successful Applicant

Hands on, commercially minded Finance leader with an appetite for process improvement and Team development

What's on Offer

£80-85k with progression opportunity