At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance for a multi-site distribution business and drive operational growth.
- Company: Established company with a practical, down-to-earth culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus package, and high visibility role.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence decisions and support future growth initiatives.
- Why this job: Be a key player in shaping the business's financial direction and impact.
- Qualifications: Experienced Finance Director with strong commercial awareness and team leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
This is a number one Finance role for a sizeable multi-site distribution business with a strong operational footprint across the UK. The business is well established, commercially active and at a stage where the MD wants a Finance Director who can be a genuine sounding board across operations, growth, margin and performance - not just someone focused on reporting deadlines.
You'll lead finance whilst working closely with the MD and senior leadership team on the wider direction of the business.
What the role will involve:
- Full responsibility for the finance function across a multi-site operation
- Acting as a commercial partner to the MD and wider leadership team
- Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow
- Improving reporting, MI and visibility across the business
- Supporting operational decision-making around margin, performance and cost control
- Leading and developing the finance team
- Working closely with operational leaders across multiple locations
- Supporting future growth initiatives and process improvement
What they're looking for:
- Experienced Finance Director / Head of Finance operating as a number one
- Background within distribution, logistics, wholesale, manufacturing or another operationally led environment
- Strong commercial awareness alongside technical credibility
- Comfortable working closely with non-finance stakeholders
- Able to challenge constructively and influence decisions
- Experience managing finance within a multi-site business would be useful
What's on offer:
- Bonus and broader package
- High visibility role reporting directly to the MD
- Opportunity to influence the direction of the business
- Established business with a practical, down-to-earth culture
Finance Director employer: Headstar
As a Finance Director in this well-established multi-site distribution business, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that values collaboration and innovation. The company fosters a practical, down-to-earth culture, offering competitive bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and influence within the senior leadership team. Join us to make a meaningful impact on operational performance and drive future growth initiatives across the UK.
