CFO/Financial Director
Alexander Kaye Recruitment Limited
Nottingham, GB
CFO/FD role Great role for a hands-on Financial Director Our client is a successful Manufacturing business based Nottingham. They are seeking an experienced CFO/FD to join the business and report directly to the MD/Owner. This role is critical in overseeing the financial operations during a period of transition, with particular focus on manufacturing costing and financial control. The successful candidate will have a wealth of financial control expertise, particularly within manufacturing finance and costing processes. You will be key to ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of financial reporting while actively driving improvements in cost control and financial performance. Key Responsibilities Prepare and review management accounts, forecasts, and budgets, with an emphasis on manufacturing costings. This is a hands-on role which needs an experienced accountant who is happy to do the day to day accounting needs of the business. Manage the costing process, ensuring precise cost allocation and accurate inventory valuation. Lead and motivate a small accounts team, cultivating a high-performance culture within the finance department. Oversee cash flow and working capital management to support the business s operational requirements. Provide senior management with strategic financial insights, focusing on cost control and financial efficiency. Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies. Manage auditor relationships throughout the year-end audit process. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial controls and reporting effectiveness. Lead and manage month-end and year-end financial processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Skills & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Proven experience in a senior FC/FD/CFO role within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of manufacturing costings, inventory valuation, and cost control processes. It would be advantageous if you have had exposure in a business which manufacturers overseas. Comprehensive knowledge of financial reporting and management accounting. Ability to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights to the business. Strong leadership and team management skills. Advanced knowledge of financial software and Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines Proven ability to drive teams to key performance metrics Experienced in manufacturing with offshore developing country experience Experience of transfer pricing would be highly advantageous Keywords: FD/FC/Financial Director/Finance Director/Commercial Director/Senior Management Accountant/Cost Accountant/Derby/Nottingham/Senior Finance roles Nottingham