A rapidly growing UK-based industrial business (part of a global group) is seeking to appoint a
Head of Finance
to join its senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to influence strategic direction and support ambitious growth plans.
Location:
Wolverhampton, West Midlands (Hybrid: 3–4 days office, balance remote)
Package:
£70,000 – £75,000 + benefits (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
You will be a key business partner to the Managing Director and commercial teams, while also engaging with Group Finance and divisional stakeholders. This leadership role carries full responsibility for financial management, strategic planning, and supporting commercial decision-making to drive performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Ownership of
P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
.
* Delivery of
management accounts, reporting, and analytical insight
.
* Lead on
strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI dashboards
.
* Act as
Finance Business Partner
across operations and commercial teams.
* Manage
banking relationships, treasury, audit, legal, and advisory partners
.
* Ensure strong
cash control, risk management, and compliance
.
* Develop and mentor the finance team, embedding accountability and high performance.
Candidate Profile
* Qualified accountant
(ACMA, ACA, ACCA) with strong industrial/engineering sector experience.
* Proven ability to operate in a
growing, dynamic, multi-entity/group environment
.
* Commercially astute with
excellent analytical and communication skills
.
* Confident leader able to
challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders
.
* Experienced in
working capital management, strategic growth, and business case evaluation
.