This is a senior Head of Finance role leading the full finance function within a growing fmcg manufacturing business. The position combines hands‑on financial leadership with strategic partnership to support operational performance and long‑term growth.
Client Details Our exclusive and retained client is a well‑established and growing food manufacturing business based in Kent, specialising in premium products for the UK market. The business has experienced significant growth over the past decade, expanding to approximately £30m+ turnover following major investment in its production facility. The local company is a key part of a larger, international group, which provides international backing while retaining strong autonomy at site level. As the business continues to scale, there is now a requirement to appoint a Head of Finance to strengthen financial leadership, governance, and commercial insight.
Description This is a senior, site‑based Head of Finance position with full responsibility for the finance function. Reporting into senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting operational decision‑making and shaping the finance agenda as the business enters its next phase of development.
The role offers genuine breadth, combining hands‑on leadership with strategic input, and will suit someone who enjoys operating in a growing, evolving environment, where they can make improvements in line with group and local needs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the finance function across the business
Strengthen financial controls, processes, and reporting as the organisation scales
Act as a commercial partner to operational and senior leadership teams
Deliver timely, accurate management information and performance insight
Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities
Ensure effective reporting aligned with group ownership requirements
Contribute to strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and continuous improvement
Profile
Proven senior finance leadership experience (Head of Finance / FC / FD level)
Background within manufacturing, food, FMCG, or operational environments
Strong technical finance capability with a commercial, pragmatic approach
Comfortable operating in a hands‑on role within a growing business
Confident engaging with senior stakeholders locally and at group level
Able to work on‑site in Kent (limited public transport access)
Willing to travel to Spain on a regular basis, particularly during training and onboarding.
Job Offer This is a senior leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy, and will be rewarded in line with the duties and responsibilities.
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