Job Description
?? Head of Finance – Manufacturing ?? Tees Valley | ?? £Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits?? Full-time | �? On-site / Hybrid (depending on client flexibility)Are you a strategic, commercially-minded finance leader with a passion for driving performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment?Our client – a leading manufacturing business based in Tees Valley – is seeking a Head of Finance to join their leadership team. This is a pivotal role, offering real scope to shape the financial future of a growing and innovative business.?? Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the finance function, ensuring robust financial control, forecasting, and reporting.
* Partner with the MD and senior stakeholders to influence commercial strategy and operational decision-making.
* Manage budgeting and planning processes, ensuring alignment with business goals.
* Lead month-end, year-end, and statutory reporting in line with UK GAAP and internal standards.
* Develop and mentor a small finance team, driving a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
* Support investment cases, cost analysis, and margin improvement initiatives.
�? Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience in manufacturing or a related sector.
* Strong commercial acumen – confident working with operational teams and non-finance stakeholders.
* Proven ability to lead a finance function, improve processes, and support business growth.
* Hands-on approach with a strategic mindset – able to operate at both detail and board level.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills.
?? What’s on Offer:
* A highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
* Opportunity to shape financial strategy in a growing and resilient business.
* A supportive and ambitious leadership team.
* Long-term career development within a key regional employer.