Head of Finance

J&T Recruitment; Warrenpoint; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in the food-on-the-move sector seeks a Head of Finance to lead their finance team through expansion. This executive role involves shaping financial strategy, driving operational excellence, and working closely with C-suite executives. Candidates should be ACA-qualified with at least 5 years of experience in senior finance roles, ideally within manufacturing.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

Staff Discounts on Food

Free On-Site Parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff Events and Recognition

Perks and Tech Schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in senior finance roles.
• Proven ability to lead finance teams.
• Broad finance expertise including FP&A and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of budgets and KPIs.
• Manage financial operations including reporting and compliance.
• Support CFO in company-wide financial decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Analytical Mindset

Education

ACA-qualified accountant (or equivalent)

Job description

J&T Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Head of Finance

J&T Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Location:Warrenpoint, County Down / Hybrid

Employment Type:Full Time

Work Style:Hybrid

About the Company

A leading provider in the food-on-the-move sector, this innovative and sustainability-driven business has over 25 years of experience crafting award-winning, ready-to-eat products. With multiple manufacturing facilities across Ireland and a global export footprint, the company is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and social responsibility. It holds the distinction of being the first sandwich manufacturer in the world to achieve B Corp Certification.

Role Overview

AsHead of Finance, you will lead a team of six finance professionals through a dynamic phase of expansion. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will play a central role in shaping the financial strategy and driving operational excellence throughout the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CFO to align the finance function with the company’s strategic vision.
• Lead the development and execution of annual budgets and KPIs.
• Oversee all aspects of financial operations, including reporting, controls, performance analytics, and compliance.
• Manage treasury operations and working capital to ensure adequate funding and investment capacity.
• Identify and secure external funding from financial institutions and government programs.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting (weekly, monthly, annual) for both internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Support the CFO in company-wide financial decision-making.
• Optimize pricing strategies and margin performance to enhance competitiveness.
• Interpret operational data and processes to assess profitability and cost efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with senior leadership and board members through strategic reporting and analysis.
• Cultivate a high-performance culture within the finance team with a focus on professional development and excellence.
• Champion collaborative teamwork across departments to ensure financial objectives align with broader company goals.

Success Metrics – First 12 Months

• Establish a streamlined, well-controlled finance function with strong reporting standards.
• Achieve financial and operational KPIs on time and within budget.
• Lead impactful finance-related projects from initiation to completion.
• Foster a culture of excellence and accountability within the finance team.
• Deliver accurate and actionable financial insights to support commercial and operational decisions.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA-qualified accountant (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience in senior finance roles, ideally within a manufacturing or fast-paced operational environment.
• Proven ability to lead finance teams and work closely with C-Suite and executive leadership.
• Broad finance expertise across financial control, technical accounting, FP&A, M&A, tax, and compliance.
• Experience delivering results under tight deadlines and managing cross-functional projects.

Skills & Attributes

• Inspirational leadership and team development skills.
• Commercially astute with a collaborative and analytical mindset.
• High integrity with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Energetic, proactive, and resilient with a hands-on approach.
• Comfortable in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with a continuous improvement focus.
• Competitive Salary Package
• Staff Discounts on Food
• Free On-Site Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Staff Events and Recognition
• Perks and Tech Schemes

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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