Head of Finance

Hayward Hawk; Newry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading organization in the construction sector is seeking a Head of Finance to join their team. This senior role involves partnering with executives to influence financial strategy, leading a finance operations team, and overseeing budgeting and analysis. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with significant experience in manufacturing/construction and strong people management skills. The position offers visibility at board level and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Work From Home

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience required.
• Ability to develop high-performing teams.
• Knowledge of Integrated Business Planning desirable.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Operations Director to influence strategy.
• Lead and develop the Finance Operations team.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.

Skills

Strong track record in a manufacturing or construction environment

Experienced people manager

Commercially astute and results-driven

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP exposure

Job description

Hayward Hawk is delighted to be working in partnership with a market-leading organisation in the construction sector to source a Head of Finance to join their team. This is a senior, high-profile role with responsibility for driving financial performance, efficiency, and value across a scaling multi site business.

Overview

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Operations Director to influence strategy, performance, and decision-making.
• Lead and develop the Finance Operations team, driving high standards and continuous improvement.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis across manufacturing and supply chain.
• Drive cost efficiency, working capital improvements, and capital investment appraisals.
• Provide clear financial insight to support operational decisions.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience.
• Strong track record in a manufacturing or construction environment; SAP exposure advantageous.
• Experienced people manager with the ability to develop high-performing teams.
• Commercially astute, results-driven, and credible at board level.
• Multi-site/global exposure and knowledge of Integrated Business Planning desirable.

Why Apply

This is a high-profile leadership role where you will partner with senior executives and play a key part in shaping both operational and financial strategy. You will have the opportunity to influence major transformation across multi-site operations, driving efficiency, profitability and long-term value. It’s a role that offers real visibility at board level, the chance to make a measurable impact, and strong prospects for career progression within a dynamic, forward-looking organisation.

Benefits

• Work From Home