Head of Finance

Michael Page (UK); Mansfield; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Financial Controller to lead financial planning and reporting in the manufacturing sector. The role includes strategic insight to support commercial decisions, overseeing compliance, and driving performance management. Ideal candidates will be hands-on, qualified, and possess manufacturing experience. The position offers a competitive salary between £75-80k, along with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Hands-on qualified Financial Controller with a focus on process improvement.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lead and coach finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the UK.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in line with GAAP.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes.
• Oversee tax compliance including VAT and Corporation Tax.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Strategic insight

Cost control

Team leadership

Education

Qualified Financial Controller

Job description

• Year end, team management
• Management accounts, controls, partnering

About Our Client

£30m t/o Manufacturing group based in North Notts

Job Description

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the UK.
• Provide strategic financial insight to support commercial decisions, operational improvements, and long-term business planning.
• Partner with the UK leadership team to drive profitability, margin improvement, and cost control.
• Deliver analysis and recommendations on capital investments, pricing, and major customer agreements.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in line with GAAP and Group requirements.
• Prepare statutory accounts and coordinate audit activities with external auditors.
• Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and payroll taxes.
• Maintain robust internal controls and ensure adherence to Group policies and financial governance standards.

Operational Finance & Performance Management

• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting systems, and operational efficiency.
• Support manufacturing and supply chain teams with cost analysis, inventory control, and production variance reporting.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to measure performance across financial and operational areas.
• Lead initiatives to enhance cash flow management and working capital performance.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop the UK finance team to build capability and ensure strong succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Work cross-functionally to strengthen financial understanding across non-finance teams.

Group Collaboration

• Serve as the primary financial liaison between the UK and the Group finance team.
• Align UK reporting, forecasting, and controls with global standards.
• Support group-wide initiatives, system upgrades, and strategic projects.

The Successful Applicant

Hands on, qualified, Financial Controller with an appetite for process improvement and Team development.

Manufacturing experience preferred.

What's on Offer

£75-80k with progression opportunity