Finance Director
Finance Director | Manufacturing | Central Midlands | to max c. £120k + Car + Benefits A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced and business-savvy Finance Director to step into a broad leadership role within this successful, privately owned business undergoing an exciting period of transformation. The business itself encompasses several core operational activities including manufacturing, supply and distribution. This is a hands-on, highly visible and broad-remit position at the heart of the organisation’s decision-making, blending financial stewardship, strategic insight, and operational support. The Opportunity Lead financial control, reporting, forecasting, and planning activities across the businessSupport the Board and shareholders with strategic decision-making, commercial insight, and financial analysisPartner across the business to drive better performance, modernise processes, and improve visibility of key metricsManage external relationships including banking, audit, and advisorsRepresent IT and business systems at Board level, ensuring the infrastructure supports future needsLead, develop, and inspire a small finance team This is a critical role, central to navigating the current transformation programme, and building for the future. What You’ll Bring Qualified accountant (ACA, ACMA, ACCA or equivalent)Strong senior finance leadership, ideally including Board or Executive-level exposureDeep understanding of financial planning, reporting, control, and commercial financeStrong operational finance experience, ideally within manufacturing / processing / supply chain or similar operational environmentHigh emotional intelligence, low ego, and a strong ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groupsStrategic thinker yet with a practical, sleeves-rolled-up mindset Location & Flexibility The site where you’ll be based has strong transportation links, with parking on site. Why This Role? This is more than a Finance Director title — it’s an opportunity to help steer a business through a defining chapter in its evolution. You’ll bring clarity to complexity, partner with exceptional people, and leave a lasting legacy in a business that values integrity, relationships, and smart decision-making. Discretion and confidentiality are assured throughout the process. If this sounds like the kind of impact you’re ready to make, let’s have a conversation. [Any cvs sent to our client directly will be forwarded to DragonPSR]
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