Handley James have been retained by a specialist Manufacturer in the Oldham/Rochdale area to recruit a proactive and commercially driven Head of Finance to lead their Finance function. This organisation is one of the leading manufacturers of their product in their industry, in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to progress and develop their career further within a world-renowned organisation that is currently expanding.
Your main responsibilities will include:
* Lead and oversee the full finance function, ensuring robust financial control, governance, and compliance across the business
* Provide strategic financial leadership, partnering with the leadership team to drive commercial decision making and long term growth
* Produce and interpret accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, and budgets, delivering clear insight and recommendations
* Own the annual budgeting and forecasting process, aligning financial plans with business strategy and operational priorities
* Deliver detailed financial analysis, KPI reporting, and performance tracking to support profitability and efficiency improvements
* Ensure strong cash flow management
* Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, embedding best practice and continuous improvement
Currently a commercially driven Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Finance Director within a fast paced and fast-growing manufacturing or distribution company. You will be experienced in preparing monthly management accounts and you will be experienced in working in an advisory capacity to senior managers or director. You will have the ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently. Experienced in leading a small team of finance professionals at different levels of development you will have proven skills in developing and coaching others. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will be highly self-motivated, looking to progress your career and have a high work ethic.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an established and growing manufacturer, with a Global presence, in order to progress their career. This is a role that will offer continued development and so the individual needs to be passionate, an influencer and wanting to progress their career further