Birmingham - UK Finance Director
An exciting opportunity for a Finance Director to join a market-leading international manufacturing organisation known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the industry.
Based in the West Midlands, this highly acquisitive, dynamic company is seeking a high calibre Finance Director with a proven track record in complex, multi-site manufacturing environments.
As Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in steering the financial direction of the organisation, ensuring robust financial controls are in place and driving strategic initiatives across the business.
Responsibilities Include:
- Developing and implementing financial strategies that align with the company's long-term objectives.
- Owning and continually improving the business plan and forecast processes relative to the P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
- Leading, managing, and developing the UK finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.
- Overseeing financial operations across all UK business units, ensuring efficient and effective financial processes.
- Acting as a trusted Finance Business Partner, delivering high-quality analysis and insight to support decision making, both operationally and commercially.
Skills and attributes required:
- ACA or CIMA qualified, with experience in a manufacturing or assembly business with revenues exceeding £100m.
- Excellent leadership, management, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Hands-on approach with a willingness to drive into detail when necessary, alongside strategic thinking capabilities.
- Proven experience in financial due diligence and integration of acquisitions, with a focus on process standardisation.
- Experience of implementing ERP systems.
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