A pivotal finance leadership role within a complex, multi-site UK business undergoing transformation
Our client is a significant UK-based FMCG organisation operating within a multi-site, operationally driven environment. With revenue of over £100m, the business plays a key role within its sector and supplies major UK customers across a well-established and essential industry.
Following a period of restructuring and strategic investment, the organisation is focused on improving operational performance, strengthening financial discipline and delivering sustainable profitability.
As the business enters a crucial stage in this journey, they are seeking to appoint a Finance Director on a fixed term contract, with potential to move into a permanent role.
This represents a key leadership role at an important point in the company s evolution, where strong financial leadership, commercial insight and operational focus will underpin the next phase of performance and growth.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Finance Director will play a central role in supporting the leadership team, lenders and wider business to drive performance, cash generation and strategic execution.
The role will combine strategic input with hands‑on delivery across a fast‑paced, seasonal and operationally complex environment, leading a team across finance, HR and payroll.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Acting as a key commercial and strategic partner to the CEO, Board and senior leadership team
* Supporting the delivery of the business transformation and growth strategy
* Providing robust financial insight, challenge and decision support
* Leading financial input into refinancing, investment and strategic initiatives
* Managing relationships with lenders and overseeing covenant compliance and reporting
* Driving improvements in financial control, reporting and governance frameworks
* Leading budgeting, forecasting and long‑term planning processes
* Strengthening working capital management, liquidity and cash‑flow forecasting
* Overseeing statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance
* Supporting capital investment decisions and infrastructure development
* Building capability within the finance function and developing a high‑performing team
This is a hands‑on role requiring both strong technical leadership and the ability to operate effectively at both operational and strategic levels.
The Person
We are seeking a commercially focused and operationally strong Finance Director, capable of leading within a complex, multi‑site environment and driving meaningful business improvement.
You will bring:
* Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader within a complex, multi‑site business
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and support decision‑making
* Experience within FMCG, food production, agriculture, or fresh produce
* A track record of working in transformation, turnaround or performance improvement situations
* Strong treasury experience, including refinancing, banking relationships and cash management
* Expertise in financial planning, reporting, controls and governance
* Experience of working closely with lenders and external stakeholders
* The ability to operate as a visible and credible leader across the organisation
* A hands‑on approach, with the ability to balance detail with strategic oversight
The Opportunity
* A high‑impact leadership role within a business at a pivotal stage of transformation
* The opportunity to work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to shape performance and direction
* Exposure to refinancing, funding strategy and lender engagement
* The chance to strengthen financial infrastructure and support long‑term growth initiatives
* A visible role with the ability to influence operational and commercial outcomes across the organisation
Salary achieved will be dependent on experience.
This role will suit a Finance Director who is comfortable operating in a dynamic, operationally focused business and is motivated by the opportunity to lead through change, drive performance improvement and deliver long‑term value.
CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics.
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