Head of Finance - Manufacturing Growth & Insight

Momentum Executive Solutions Ltd

Southampton

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

43 hours ago

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Job summary

Momentum Executive Solutions Ltd are recruiting an experienced Head of Finance for a European-owned manufacturing business based in Southampton. The role leads the finance function, driving performance, efficiency and growth across international operations.

You will partner with operations leadership and European finance to deliver robust reporting, insightful commercial analysis and strong financial controls while supporting pricing, investment decisions and business development.

Qualifications

Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with proven senior finance leadership experience.
Background in manufacturing and cost/control mindset.
Experience with international/European-owned businesses is advantageous.
Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills.

Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
Produce monthly management accounts, financial analysis and performance reports.
Provide commercial insight and collaborate with MD and operations leadership.
Monitor manufacturing costs, margins, overheads and operating expenditure.
Drive cost control, working capital and cash flow improvements.
Oversee financial controls, compliance, statutory reporting and audits.
Support pricing decisions, investment appraisals and business development initiatives.
Develop and improve financial processes, systems and reporting capabilities.
Work with European parent company and group finance stakeholders.
Develop and mentor the finance team to be high-performing and commercially focused.