Head of Finance
Location: West Midlands (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Are you a commercially minded finance leader with a passion for manufacturing? We are seeking a qualified and experienced Head of Finance to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business.
As part of a global group, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the finance function in a well-established manufacturing business with international reach. You will lead and develop the UK finance team, support a small overseas finance function, and work closely with senior stakeholders to provide the insight and control needed to drive strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts and consolidated reporting for the UK and group
Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, providing financial insight to guide investment and manufacturing decisions
Manage the annual external audit and liaise with external tax consultants for statutory returns
Support and mentor the Finance Manager, and oversee the development of the wider finance team
Provide guidance to the finance team of our sister company, including monthly reporting and forecasting
Strengthen internal financial controls, systems, and processes
Liaise with external advisors including auditors, tax consultants, banks, insurance brokers and pension providers
Work with senior management to assess opportunities, manage risks, and support long-term growth
Provide oversight for HR, Legal, and IT functions to ensure compliance with group requirements
What we're looking for:
Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Proven experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong technical background in management reporting, group consolidation, and statutory compliance
Experience managing and developing finance teams
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to partner across departments and at senior levels
Commercially astute with the ability to use financial insight to influence strategic decisions
Confident in improving systems, processes, and internal controls
Willingness to travel occasionally to support our subsidiary
What we offer:
Competitive salary with annual discretionary group bonus scheme
Company pension (3% employer contribution)
Life assurance (4x salary)
Private medical insurance
A supportive, flexible working environment within a truly international business
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to step into a broad and varied leadership role, balancing core finance responsibilities with strategic influence