Interim Finance Director

Sharp Consultancy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an exceptional Finance Director for a prestigious manufacturing organization in Derbyshire. This role involves providing strategic financial leadership, implementing robust financial processes, and managing relationships with key external partners. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, with a strong background in manufacturing, ready to shape the financial strategy and drive business growth initiatives. Remote applications are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in establishing core financial frameworks.
• Experience in leading business improvement initiatives.
• Desirable previous experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership with full accountability.
• Design and implement robust financial processes.
• Drive business growth initiatives including M&A.
• Oversee comprehensive financial reporting.
• Lead implementation of a new ERP system.
• Manage strategic relationships with partners.
• Partner with the Managing Director for financial insight.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Implementation of financial processes

Mergers and acquisitions

ERP system implementation

Relationship management

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Job description

Sharp Consultancy is delighted to be the exclusive partner to a leading manufacturing specialist based in Derbyshire, in the appointment of an exceptional Finance Director on an interim basis (initially a 3 month FTC), with a likelihood of a permanent appointment or contract extension.

Our client is a highly respected organisation, with a strong national reputation, and are entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation. This newly created position will be central to shaping the organisation’s financial strategy and ensuring robust controls, efficient processes, and high-quality commercial insight to drive strategic decision-making.

As a key member of the SLT, you will influence business strategy, investment decisions and operational improvements. Ideal candidates will be accomplished financial leaders with a proven track record in establishing core financial frameworks, leading business improvement initiatives, and delivering commercial leadership at a senior level.

Duties and responsibilities to include:

• Provide strategic financial leadership as the primary finance contact, with full accountability for the development and growth of a high-performing finance team

• Design and implement robust financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all accounting functions, with a strong focus on project-based and analytical requirements

• Drive business growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and investment opportunities, aligning financial strategy with long-term objectives

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of comprehensive financial reporting, including monthly management accounts, year-end statutory accounts, and coordination of the external audit process

• Lead the successful implementation of a new ERP system, ensuring seamless integration and optimization of financial operations

• Act as a key external representative, managing strategic relationships with banking, insurance, investment and R&D partners, while ensuring compliance with HMRC guidelines

• Partner closely with the Managing Director, providing financial insight and commercial support to inform strategic decision-making

• Serve as deputy to the Managing Director when required, contributing to overall business leadership and continuity

Person specification:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

• Previous manufacturing experience desirable

For further information or a private and confidential conversation either for this specific opportunity or your personal job search please contact Emma Berry or Aaron Pepperday on 0114 261 1700.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.