Head of Finance

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% bonus based on performance

BUPA Medical

Life Assurance

25 days annual leave

Pension

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business near Twickenham is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee all financial operations and be the key support to the Finance Director. The candidate should hold a senior accountancy qualification and demonstrate strong financial control and experience in process automation. This full-time role includes a competitive salary of £95,000-£115,000, a 15% bonus, BUPA Medical, and additional benefits such as a pension and 25 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience within international organizations.
• Able to lead the finance department.
• Experience automating processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including budgeting and reporting.
• Transform systems and processes through automation.
• Lead the period end close and year-end audit.

Skills

Financial control

Commercial finance

Stakeholder influence

Process automation

USGAAP knowledge

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)

Job description

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This head of finance role has arisen in a global manufacturing business based near Twickenham.

Michael Page Finance are delighted to partner a leading manufacturing business near Twickenham, West London. The business operates as a leading provider in the design, manufacturing and construction sector utilising the latest technology to deliver market‑leading quality. The business is in a period of growth as they move into new regions and evolve their offering in current markets with an increase in revenue in 2025 by 30%. The business has recently invested in facilities to strengthen regional supply chains and cost management and will continue to grow in the coming years. Culturally, the business emphasises innovation, sustainability and customer partnerships, investing heavily in utilising the latest technology to enhance customer experience with innovative design.

They are looking for a Head of Finance to be the number 2 to the Finance Director.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Run the day‑to‑day finance department as number 2 to the Finance Director.
• Lead all statutory accounting, tax and compliance.
• Oversee all transactional finance.
• Transform systems and processes through automation.
• Lead the period end close.
• Lead the year‑end audit.

Qualifications

• A fully qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA).
• Demonstrable experience within an international organisation with various jurisdictions.
• Strong financial control and commercial finance experience.
• Able to lead the day‑to‑day running of the finance department.
• Able to create and foster a great culture.
• Demonstrable experience in automating processes.
• Able to thrive within a growing business and change environment.
• Strong business partner who can influence, challenge and bring stakeholders on a journey.
• USGAAP knowledge.

Job Offer

The Head of Finance role comes with a competitive base salary commensurate with experience – £95,000‑£115,000.

• 15% bonus based on company and individual performance.
• BUPA Medical.
• Life Assurance.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Pension.

This is a predominantly office‑based role in their modern offices near Twickenham and offers excellent commuter links.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Fabricated Metal Products