Your newpany
You’ll be joining a well-established, privately owned manufacturing/engineering business headquartered in East Cheshire. Thepany operates globally, producing high-quality products for the oil and gas industry, with teams based across the UK, Dubai and Asia. Despite its international reach, the business structure and culture is entrepreneurial and family-run. With a turnover of approximately £100m and strong margins, the business is continuing to grow.
Your new role As Interim Finance Director, you will provide hands-on leadership and strategic financial oversight for a six-month period. This is a full-time, on-site role at the East Cheshire headquarters. You’ll manage a small but capable finance team, including a Finance Manager, Accounts Receivable/Payable, and an Assistant Accountant.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Cashflow forecasting and management
2. Supporting ERP improvements
3. Reviewing contract terms and managing intepany charges
4. Liaising with auditors
5. Ensuringpliance with transfer pricing and dividend oversight
6. Managing multi-currency operations
7. Work closely with senior management across the businesses under the entity
8. Provide financial insight and partnering with other departments to support operational decisions.
What you'll need to succeed
9. A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience as FD
10. Background in manufacturing is essential
11. You must be immediately available.
12. Global finance exposure and multi-currency experience
13. Strong cashflow management skills
14. Ability to work in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment
15. High emotional intelligence to engage with a family-owned business and senior stakeholders
16. Experience with ERP systems and process improvements
What you'll get in return
17. A six-month fixed-term contract
18. Opportunity to make a significant impact in a global business during a critical period
19. Exposure to strategic decision-making and operational leadership