Finance Director

Overview

We are seeking a commercially driven Finance Director for a well-established private company based in Manchester. This is a permanent role offering a salary between £90,000 and £110,000 plus a discretionary bonus. The position features hybrid working with an expectation of three days in office per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and cultivate the finance department while continuously evolving its capabilities.
• Take full responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial planning activities.
• Serve as a strategic commercial advisor to the Senior Leadership Team by providing insightful financial analysis and guidance.
• Drive initiatives to automate and enhance finance operations and processes.
• Modernize management reporting and financial information systems.
• Enhance financial controls and governance frameworks.
• Identify and implement strategies to increase operational efficiency, improve profit margins and boost overall profitability.
• Evaluate and adjust the finance team structure for optimal performance.
• Champion the advancement of financial systems and technological tools.
• Adopt a proactive, hands-on leadership style, engaging in detail as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Experienced senior finance leader, preferably within SME or mid-market sectors.
• Possesses strong commercial insight and strategic thinking abilities.
• Proven expertise in finance function transformation and process improvement.
• Demonstrated experience with finance automation, system enhancements, and reporting improvements.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and management information systems.
• Confident in influencing and challenging senior stakeholders.
• Practical and ready to get involved at an operational level.
• Preferably holds ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications; however, candidates with equivalent experience (QBE) will be considered.
• Industry experience in manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction, or project-oriented environments is a plus but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary ranging from £90,000 to £110,000.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Enhanced benefits package offered.
• Hybrid working arrangement with three days in office.
• Opportunity to actively shape and innovate the finance function.
• Direct interaction and influence within the Senior Leadership Team.
• Position offers significant autonomy with commercial impact on business direction.