Head Of Finance

A well-established SME manufacturer and supplier of consumer goods is now seeking a Head of Finance to join the management team. Annual turnover c£11M with 50 FTEs onsite. We are looking for a hands-on leader who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves to ensure accounting accuracy as they are sitting at the table helping to plan our client s next phase of growth. This isn t just a "number-crunching" role. The Head of Finance will be a qualified specialist who can bridge the gap between technical accounting and business strategy. With 2 direct reports, you will be the MD s right-hand person, taking ownership of the company s financial health today while helping architect their growth for tomorrow. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Act as a commercial partner to the MD, providing insights that drive profitability and long-term business planning. Financial Oversight: Take full ownership of the PandL, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow. Modernise the reporting to provide "real-time" clarity on performance. Process Modernisation: Review legacy processes and implement modern, automated solutions where necessary to improve scalability. Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the entire annual budgeting process and develop robust cashflow forecasting models to ensure liquidity and operational efficiency. Commercial Partnering: Provide detailed project costings and financial modelling for new initiatives, investments, and operational projects. International and Operations: ..... full job details .....