Finance Director - Manufacturing

Finance Director - ManufacturingManchester£1000,000 - £110,000 + Bonus + Equity + Benefits

If you're a degree educated, ACA / CIMA qualified finance professional with experience in a PE backed manufacturing business, this is a great opportunity to step into a hands-on Finance Director role.

This is an SME business with clear growth plans, backed by investors and led by an ambitious CEO. You'll play a key role in supporting that growth and helping the business move forward.

Why this role stands out

This is a genuine SME environment where finance sits at the heart of the business.

You'll lead and develop the finance team, take ownership of the core controllership piece, but also step beyond the numbers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being part of the senior leadership team contributing to commercial strategy, influencing decisions and helping drive growth.

You'll work closely with the CEO and have regular exposure to private equity stakeholders, giving you the opportunity to influence and build strong relationships at that level.

What you'll be doing

Leading the finance function and day-to-day finance operations Producing clear, meaningful management information across all functions Owning budgeting, forecasting and cashflow Overseeing financial controls and governance Managing stock and WIP in a manufacturing environment Partnering with operational teams to improve margins and performance Supporting strategic decision making and business growth Managing relationships with investors and key stakeholders Developing and mentoring the finance team

What we're looking for

You'll be practical, hands-on leader, comfortable operating in a growing SME.

You're likely a Head of Finance ready to step up, or an FD who thrives being close to the detail while still having strategic input.

You'll bring:

Experience within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of stock, WIP and margins Experience working in a PE backed or investor-led business ata senior management level ACA or CIMA qualification, with a degree background A commercial mindset and the ability to influence across the business

The opportunity

This is a chance to take on a broad, high-impact FD role where you can genuinely shape the finance function and contribute to the wider success of the business.

You'll have visibility across the whole organisation, direct exposure to investors and the opportunity to play a key role in its next phase of growth.