Head of Finance

ITSS Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Finance for a manufacturing client in Corby. The role demands over 10 years of finance leadership experience, overseeing multi-site operations. Responsibilities include managing financial strategy, reporting, and cost efficiency. An ideal candidate will possess a CIMA qualification and demonstrate strong analytical and operational finance skills. Competitive salary between £75k-£90k.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in senior finance positions.
• Experience in manufacturing with multi-site operations.
• Proven record in managing multi-entity, multi-currency P&L.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial strategy for all European entities.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Oversee cost analysis, identifying inefficiencies and recommending strategies.

Skills

Financial stewardship

Operational excellence

Cost efficiency

Financial reporting

Analytical capability

ERP systems expertise

Education

CIMA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Role: Head of Finance
Location: Corby
Salary: £75-90k

The Head of Finance will be responsible for full financial stewardship of the European businesses - driving strategy, delivering operational excellence, and ensuring financial performance meets or exceeds group objectives.

The role demands an exceptional finance leader with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience in senior finance positions, specifically within manufacturing businesses with multi-site operations.

This individual will play a critical role in shaping and managing the company's financial strategy, driving cost efficiency, and evaluating investment opportunities.

This role will also oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and help steer the company's long-term strategy, including mergers, acquisitions, and capital expenditure planning.

The Head of Finance will be a key player in identifying areas for financial improvement, mitigating tax liabilities, and contributing to a more robust financial position.

This is not an entry-level finance leadership role. We are looking for an elite candidate who is commercially astute, analytically sharp, operationally hands-on, and capable of influencing at board level.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership
  • Lead the financial strategy for all European entities, ensuring alignment with the Group's vision and growth objectives.
  • Provide proactive, data-driven insight to the board and senior leadership to shape business direction.
  • Oversee and optimise financial performance across multiple jurisdictions and currencies.
• Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Lead the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  • Drive the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with the company's goals and objectives.
  • Provide insightful financial analysis to help management understand cost trends, identify opportunities for savings, and improve profitability.
• Cost Management & Control
  • Oversee cost analysis, identifying inefficiencies and recommending strategies for improvement.
  • Evaluate and optimise operational costs and investments to ensure profitability.
  • Implement and manage cost control mechanisms to drive financial efficiency across departments.
• Investment & Growth Strategy
  • Analyse investment opportunities, including potential mergers and acquisitions, to support business growth and long-term strategy.
  • Collaborate with senior management to assess and implement capital expenditure (CapEx) projects.
  • Support the identification and evaluation of strategic partnerships that can drive business expansion.
• Tax & Risk Mitigation
  • Manage tax planning strategies to minimise liabilities and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  • Provide guidance on risk management, helping the company navigate financial, regulatory, and operational challenges.

Qualifications/Experience

• Fully qualified CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) qualification or equivalent, with significant experience in a senior finance role.
• Minimum 10 years' senior financial management experience, with at least 5 years overseeing multi-entity and multi-country operations.
• Proven expertise in manufacturing or industrial environments and experience in management accounting, with a focus on cost analysis, budgeting, and financial performance management.
• Exceptional operational finance skills, with a track record of delivering strategic cost savings and margin improvement initiatives with quantifiable results.
• Strong ERP systems expertise, including implementation or optimisation.
• Demonstrable track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency P&L and balance sheet responsibility at a senior level.
• Advanced analytical capability with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategy.

If you feel the above Head of Finance specification matches your professional background, click apply.