Interim Finance Director – Transaction Readiness

Pratap Partnership Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company in East Yorkshire is looking for an Interim Finance Director to prepare the finance function for a sale. You will enhance reporting and commercial insight, identify financial gaps, and work closely with management throughout the process. The ideal candidate will have transaction readiness experience, especially in manufacturing, and be able to provide immediate value. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a profitable business with strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in transaction readiness, ideally in manufacturing.
• Hands-on and commercially astute to add immediate value.
• Comfortable working with advisers, buyers, and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the finance function for transaction readiness and buy‑side diligence.
• Enhance reporting, forecasting, and commercial insight.
• Identify and address gaps or risks in financial information.
• Work closely with advisers and management throughout the sale process.

Job description

A profitable and growing manufacturing business in East Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to help prepare for a planned sale. The business has strong systems in place, and this role is critical in ensuring the finance function is ready for a thorough due diligence process.

Key Objectives

• Prepare the finance function for transaction readiness and buy‑side diligence
• Enhance reporting, forecasting and commercial insight
• Identify and address gaps or risks in financial information
• Work closely with advisers and management throughout the sale process

Ideal Background

• Interim FD with experience in transaction readiness, ideally in manufacturing
• Hands‑on and commercially astute, able to step into an established business and add immediate value
• Comfortable working with advisers, buyers and management in a fast‑moving, confidential scenario

This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing, profitable business with a fantastic leadership team and culture, while supporting a high‑profile transaction.