Finance Director in Lincoln

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business that designs, manufactures, and tests industrial turbochargers supplied into the Power Generation, Marine and Rail Traction industries. Part of the Wabtec Corporation, Napier Turbochargers is part of a worldwide organisation that provides excellent career opportunities both within the UK and around the globe.

This is a high-impact, senior leadership role with the opportunity to shape the trajectory of a major business. You will work closely with an ambitious leadership team, influence critical decisions, and play a central role in driving growth and long-term value creation. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Finance Director to serve as the strategic financial partner to the Business Unit Managing Director, with a direct reporting line to the Group CFO. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping business strategy, guiding commercial decision-making, and driving long-term financial performance.

What will your typical day look like?

• Act as the primary financial adviser to the leadership team, challenging assumptions and guiding decision-making.
• Shape and influence business strategy through commercial insight and strong financial analysis.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning to support growth objectives.
• Provide forward-looking financial insights on market trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights that drive performance.
• Assess new business opportunities, partnerships, and investments to ensure value creation.
• Lead financial performance reviews with proactive identification of risks and corrective actions.
• Deliver financial commitments including revenue, profitability, cash flow, and ROI targets.
• Improve forecasting accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure strong financial governance, compliance, and risk management aligned with corporate policies.
• Oversee financial controls to maintain transparency and integrity in reporting.
• Support audit processes and statutory reporting requirements.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, promoting accountability and innovation.
• Build capability across FP&A, commercial finance, and operational finance to meet business needs.

What do we want to know about you?

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• A background in manufacturing, engineering, industrial products, or similar sectors is preferred but not essential.
• Systems experience, familiar with ERP’s, ideally some level of systems implementation experience.
• Extensive experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic modelling.
• Strong commercial acumen and demonstrable experience influencing strategic decisions.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at Executive level.

If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible. Apply today!

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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Additional Information

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation.

With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.