Financial Director in Burnley

Associate Director – Medical & Life Sciences
Mackinnon Bruce International has been retained by a market‐leading MedTech manufacturer recognised as a key innovator within its field. Following significant strategic investment and ambitious plans for continued global growth, the business is now seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead one of its major international divisions.

The Opportunity
This is a high‐impact leadership role responsible for delivering financial strategy, governance and operational excellence across a complex, international business. The Finance Director will sit on the divisional leadership team and provide commercial insight, financial stewardship and strategic decision support to drive performance and growth.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams across Finance and Purchasing, ensuring world‐class standards in reporting, planning, compliance and continuous improvement. The role also encompasses oversight of financial systems, capital expenditure, external audit, and risk management.

This is an on‐site position based in Lancashire / West Yorkshire – UK

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and management of all finance and purchasing activities across the division

Ensure timely and accurate monthly and annual financial reporting

Deliver robust financial controls, policies, systems and governance

Lead audit preparation, external compliance, and continuous improvement of financial documentation

Optimise treasury matters to strengthen business stability

Oversee capital expenditure approvals and financial planning processes

Coach, develop and expand the expertise of finance teams to build long‐term capability

Collaborate with senior stakeholders (MD, CFO) and contribute to strategic business planning

Experience & Requirements

10+ years\’ experience in a Finance Director or Senior Finance Management position

Proven track record operating in a complex manufacturing, MedTech or regulated environment

Strong knowledge of financial strategy, accounting standards, audit requirements and business planning

Ability to manage and motivate multi‐disciplinary teams

BSc/MSc or MBA in a related field such as Finance & Accounting or a professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Experience working within continuous improvement cultures and quality‐driven operations

Remuneration
A competitive executive package is available, aligned to experience and responsibility.

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