Head of Finance

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking a Head of Finance to lead financial operations at their Nottingham site. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial performance, providing strategic insights, and ensuring robust governance in the UK's largest pizza production facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FMCG finance, with excellent leadership and problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and collaboration, where your contributions will significantly impact the business's success.

Benefits

25% Bonus with Stretch Target

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work Scheme

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in finance.
• Extensive experience in high-volume manufacturing finance.
• Proven strategic financial planning and operational support.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance team and drive financial performance.
• Provide strategic insights and support operational goals.
• Ensure compliance and maintain accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Strategic Financial Planning

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Negotiation Skills

Team Leadership

Education

ACA, CIMA, or ACCA Qualified

Tools

Financial Systems

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Head of Finance
Location: Pizza Factory - Nottingham
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits

About Us

Joining 2 Sisters Food Group means becoming part of the UK's largest food manufacturing group, with a turnover exceeding £3 billion and over 13,500 employees.

At our Finch Close Bakery site in Nottingham, we are passionate about producing high-quality bakery products for our customers while continuously investing in our people and processes.

About the Role

The Head of Finance at our Pizza Factory in Nottingham is a pivotal leadership role, overseeing financial operations of our Finch Close site, contributing to the largest Pizza production facility in the UK. You will be responsible for driving financial performance, providing key insights, and ensuring robust financial governance. Working closely with senior management, you will support operational goals, strategic planning, and decision-making across the business.

About You

The ideal candidate will have proven operational leadership experience in FMCG, especially in chilled goods manufacturing. You should excel in people management, problem-solving, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with a track record of delivering results in large-scale operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop the finance team, fostering accountability, operational excellence, and alignment with company values.
• Strategic Financial Insight: Provide actionable insights to address performance gaps, develop business models, and evaluate investments to guide strategic decision-making.
• Operational Support: Drive cost-reduction initiatives, oversee forecasting, and collaborate with senior teams to achieve financial objectives.
• Financial Governance: Ensure compliance with financial controls, maintain accurate reporting, and liaise with Group Finance and Internal Audit for robust governance.

Competency Requirements:

• Resilience: Consistently focuses on driving cost management and achieving financial targets
• Brilliant Execution: Balances immediate financial needs with long-term strategic objectives
• Communication & Influencing: Strong influencing skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels
• Customer-Focused: Focused on enhancing quality and service for both internal and external stakeholders
• Team Player: Collaborative and focused on company-wide success over individual or departmental goals
• Leadership: Inspires, develops, and drives high performance across the finance team

Skills & Experience:

• ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience
• Extensive experience in financial accounting and reporting within high-volume, labour-intensive manufacturing (preferably FMCG)
• Proven experience in strategic financial planning, commercial analysis, and operational support
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with lean finance principles and financial system/process improvements
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams
• Ability to collaborate and influence across functions without direct control
• Confidence to challenge the status quo and drive change

Working Hours

Monday - Friday, core hours; 8am-5pm

• 25% Bonus with 50% Stretch Target
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid, offering confidential support services 365 days a year
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Relocation assistance available

Interview Process

• First Stage: Teams interview
• Second Stage: Onsite interview

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your finance expertise to a leading food manufacturer and make a significant impact. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration, you'll be supported to grow and develop in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.