Finance Director

Your new company
A luxury sweet manufacturer is looking for a Finance Director to develop the Finance infrastructure, expanding the reach of their quality and delectable food products to the wider market. They are a fast growing scale-up company whose products are currently present and highly regarded in a number of leading and large supermarkets, food halls and online. The culture is progressive and fast-paced, with change and innovation on the horizon every day.

Your new role
Reporting to the MD, this hands-on role is forward thinking and requires someone who is not afraid to challenge and implement key processes to aid the company at this crucial period. You will be navigating new terrain as the company changes their manufacturing base, goes through systems change and the outsourced accountancy is brought internally. This role represents an excellent opportunity to add value to a remarkably entrepreneurial team through heavily strategic work, leading the finance function as the business expands. This company is impressive and driven, looking to mature quickly and professionally, where all members of the senior leadership invest in the journey of challenge and success.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) accountant with strategic experience, ideally within the manufacturing sector. You will need a strong technical understanding with proven financial reporting experience. You will be happy to have oversight over the technical side, whilst speaking within the dialogue of key business decisions. Large company exposure will stand you in good stead, since this company is set to grow, whilst SME experience will lend itself to implementation at this critical time of growth and scale-up.

What you'll get in return
You will be a key voice within this promising business, joining a senior leadership of effective individuals. A significant base salary is on offer with the potential of options. This is a desirable role for an ambitious individual aspiring to lead a finance function to professionalised, polished and progressive outlook. It's an engaging chance to steer this company through change and prosperity. Naturally, there is potential for internal progression and development aligned to the company's success over the coming years.

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