Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsUnique opportunity within a high growth sector with clear progression pathHighly commercial remit, with very attractive reward packageAbout Our ClientOur client is a global engineering and manufacturing company operating autonomously, while being part of a larger international group, the business has built a reputation for technical excellence. The business has built a reputation for technical excellence, precision manufacturing and long-standing customer partnerships across international markets.With a strong order book, consistent profitability and ambitious growth plans, the organisation is focused on strengthening even further.Job DescriptionYou will be a key member of the senior leadership team, with full responsibility for Accounting and IT functions.A highly commercial finance leadership position, working closely with operational and commercial leaders to improve financial performance, enhance margin discipline, optimise working capital and support strategic decision-making.Responsibilities include:Champion and embed a true business partnering approach across the organisation, ensuring finance is proactively supporting, challenging and enabling decision-making across all functions.Developing and coaching the finance team for effective succession planning within the functionOwning the annual business plan, forecasting cycle and margin projectionsProviding financial analysis to support pricing, customer quotations, contract negotiations and investment decisionsEvaluating capital expenditure proposals and validating return on investmentDriving cost improvement and productivity initiatives across the manufacturing organisationManaging working capital with a strong focus on inventory, receivables and payablesStrengthening financial processes, systems and internal controls to ensure timely and accurate forecasting, compliance and audit readiness.The Successful ApplicantWe are seeking a commercially astute, operationally credible finance leader who understands how finance drives performance in a complex, regulated manufacturing environment.You will bring:A fully qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) senior financial leadership, with experience operating within contract-driven manufacturing environments.Significant progressive experience across Financial Accounting, FP&A and Cost AccountingAdvanced analytical and systems capability, including strong Excel proficiencyThe presence, communication skills and resilience to influence across functions and at executive level.Strong knowledge of internal controls, compliance frameworks and audit processesA proven ability to link business strategy to financial drivers and measurable outcomesExperience leading and developing high-performing teamsThis opportunity offers clear progression into a broader Group-level finance role with a strong commercial focus, supporting the performance and strategic direction of a portfolio of European operating companies.For the first 12 months, your focus will be fully dedicated to the VP of Finance remit, with significant on-site presence required at a major North East facility - suiting someone comfortable staying away during the week. Thereafter, the role will become primarily remote with regular European travel, making proximity to a major international airport advantageous.For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.What's on OfferHighly attractive salary and reward package with clear progression to a broader remit within a relatively short time frame.ContactDaniel RobertsQuote job refJN-022026-6957720Phone number+44 292 064 2043Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorFinancial Director / CFOSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationNorth East EnglandContract typePermanentConsultant nameDaniel RobertsConsultant phone+44 292 064 2043Job referenceJN-022026-6957720
