Finance Director

Shillito Executive Search are working exclusively with a Sheffield based manufacturing business as they look to recruit an ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified Finance Director. The company is woven into the fabric of Sheffield manufacturing, having manufactured here for over 100 years. We\’re looking fora hands-on, commercially astute Finance Director to join their Senior Management Team and take the lead on all aspects of finance across the group, driving strategic financial decisions whilst mentoring and developing a growing finance team. In this role you will oversee financial operations across the UK, Belgium, Thailand, and the USA, working closely with the senior leadership team to shape the financial future of the group. This role is perfect for a dynamic finance leader who\’s looking for ownership of their area and influence around the Company. The incoming Finance Director will be a key partner to the Chairman, CEO and Directors, as part of the executive board, working to increase the long-term profitability of the business. This is a small professional team and the FD must be comfortable providing financial services, analysis and advice at this level. The new Finance Director will be a qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with a track record in privately owned SMEs. Strong financial and analytical skills are required coupled with experience handling sales in multiple currencies, an ability to convey complex financial and strategic views to non-financial managers, and with an interest in managing international operations. The remit of the role is broad underpinned by the need for the candidate to be proactive and responsive to the needs of the business. The key responsibilities include: Lead financial planning, accounting and analysis across the company. Ensuring management information is timely, accurate and used to drive business growth and profitability. Oversee and lead all international financial operations including, strategic forecasting, accounting, treasury, payroll and taxation. Deliver group accounts and ensure full compliance with statutory requirements across the Group (this includes meeting all audit regulations, tax deadlines and KYC compliance) Ensure robust systems and processes are in place to manage internal controls and processes within the finance and credit control functions. Be the primary point of contact with external auditors, banks, insurers, and legal bodies. Lead, mentor and develop the finance and credit control teams in UK and EU whilst also encouraging the culture of good financial control and understanding across the wider business. If you\’re a finance professional and strategic thinker who is not afraid to dive into the detail, and you want to be part of a business that\’s expanding its global footprint – then this is your chance to step into a pivotal leadership role with real autonomy and impact. Shillito Executive Search specialises in finding top-tier executive talent for leadership, management, and board-level positions in the manufacturing industry. We have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the sector and pride ourselves on doing the right things well. People are our business