We are a high‑growth technology start‑up developing advanced engineered products for industrial and commercial markets. As we transition from development into manufacture and revenue generation, we are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Finance Director to lead our finance function and support the next stage of growth.
This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the financial foundations of an innovative business and professionalise the operational finance function at a pivotal moment in its development.
The Role As Finance Director, you will take full leadership of the finance function—strategic, operational, and commercial. You’ll work closely with the senior team to build financial systems and insights that enable effective decision‑making and support the scaling of our manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, FP&A and reporting
Build and enhance financial processes, controls, and systems to support high‑growth operations
Oversee cashflow, working capital, and cost management
Partner with the leadership team on commercial strategy, pricing, and margin optimisation
Develop financial models to support manufacturing scale‑up, product costings, and CapEx planning
Manage statutory reporting, compliance, and risk
Prepare investor reporting and support future fundraising processes
Provide strategic financial insight to support long‑term business planning
About You You’ll bring both strategic vision and hands‑on capability, with the experience to build a finance function that supports a fast‑moving, manufactured product‑focused business.
Proven experience leading the finance function of a company that manufactures engineered or technically complex products
Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures, including BOM, overheads, labour and CapEx
Experience supporting operational scale‑up within a growth‑stage or entrepreneurial environment
Strong expertise in financial planning, modelling, controls, and cash management
Ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, and commercial teams
Clear communication and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset
Preferred Experience Experience in technology, engineered products, or deep‑tech environments
Previous involvement in fundraising or investor relations
Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
A secondary degree would be advantageous
What We Offer Competitive salary + equity
Opportunity to shape a business at a critical growth phase
High autonomy and influence across the organisation
A culture of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence
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