Finance Director - Gleeson Recruitment Group : Job Details

GRG Executive Search are partnering with this well-established manufacturing business, based in Derbyshire, to recruit a Finance Director.

As Finance Director, you will work closely with Managing Director and form part of the Executive leadership team, taking full responsibility for the financial management of the business.

This is a key leadership position, and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, providing strategic financial leadership, and ensuring the division operates efficiently within its budget and financial goals.

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future performance of the business, contributing directly to broader company strategy.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Lead the financial strategy, planning, and budgeting for the company, ensuring alignment with the wider business objectives.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, forecasts, and analysis to provide strategic insights to senior management and the Board.
• Drive cost control and efficiency initiatives, identifying opportunities for margin improvement and operational excellence.
• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring they have the skills and resources to deliver business objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the MD and leadership team, offering financial expertise to support decision-making on key investments, projects, and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal control frameworks, driving the timely and accurate filing of financial statements.
• Provide leadership in the implementation of financial systems, tools, and processes that enhance business performance and financial reporting.
• Partner with commercial, operational, and HR teams to deliver integrated financial plans that support both short-term and long-term growth.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• A qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior financial leadership role.
• Proven experience within a manufacturing environment or a similar industry.
• A strategic mindset with a proven track record of driving financial performance, cost control, and operational improvements.
• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to engage with cross-functional teams and influence senior leadership on key financial decisions.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience leading and developing a finance team.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to distil complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, forecasting tools, and ERP systems.

Package on offer:

£90,000 - £110,000 plus benefits package to include bonus and car allowance.

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