Head of Finance

Calrec Audio Ltd; Hebden Bridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio broadcast manufacturer is seeking a Head of Finance to provide strategic financial leadership. You will oversee all financial aspects, support continued global growth, and be responsible for leading the finance and IT functions. This role requires significant experience in finance leadership, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to drive performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive finance experience in leadership roles.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and cost structures.
• Proven ability to lead finance teams and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and oversee financial management.
• Deliver accurate financial reports and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Financial compliance

Continuous improvement

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced IT skills

Job description

Are you a strategic and commercially astute finance professional ready to take the lead? Do you want to shape the financial future of a world-leading audio broadcast manufacturer with a reputation for innovation and excellence? If so, we want to hear from you.

A bit about us:
Calrec is a globally respected designer and supplier of cutting-edge audio broadcast mixing equipment, trusted by the world’s most successful broadcasters.

For over 60 years, our innovative team has driven forward television sound. You’ll find us behind the scenes of the world’s biggest live broadcasts—from sports and news to entertainment and beyond.

With a reputation for build quality, reliability, and technical excellence, Calrec continues to set industry benchmarks for audio performance.

Interested? If you like the sound of this opportunity - read on!

What you’ll be doing:
As Head of Finance you will be required to provide strategic financial leadership and oversee all aspects of financial management, reporting, compliance, and planning. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business and supporting continued global growth.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the finance and IT functions with clear vision and direction, managing a small but capable team.
• Delivering accurate and timely financial reports, forecasts, and strategic insight to inform business decisions.
• Overseeing budgeting, financial planning, and long-term forecasting.
• Ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with regulatory and legal requirements (including payroll, pension, and audit).
• Acting as a business partner to senior stakeholders, supporting cross-functional decision-making.

This is your ideal role if you have:
Experience as a seasoned finance leader with a strategic mindset, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to drive performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles.
• Proven ability to lead and influence at the executive level, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial compliance.
• A demonstrated ability in strategic thinking and contributing to business-wide decision-making.
• Proven experience in leading and developing finance teams, fostering high performance and collaboration.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, with a good understanding of cost structures and production finance.
• Experience working with export businesses, particularly with markets in the USA.
• Advanced IT and ERP system skills, with the ability to leverage data for insight and efficiency improvements.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.

If you're looking for an exciting challenge and have the confidence and skills to help our customers, we want to hear from you!

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