Head of Finance
CV-LibraryEast Kilbride, South LanarkshirepermanentPosted: 5 May 2026
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Location: East Kilbride
Salary: £80K
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance to join a well-established and growing UK-based manufacturing business.
This is a key leadership role, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to drive profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic growth within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
You'll lead the finance function, providing clear commercial insight while ensuring strong financial governance and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Commercial Leadership
Act as a trusted partner to senior leadership, influencing key business decisions
Drive profitability through margin analysis, cost optimisation, and pricing strategy
Provide insight into performance, risks, and growth opportunities
Support long-term planning, budgeting, and forecastingFinancial Control & Reporting
Oversee accurate and timely monthly management accounts
Lead financial planning cycles and deliver clear, actionable MI
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS and statutory requirements
Maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworksOperational & Manufacturing Finance
Monitor and control manufacturing costs (labour, waste, yield, overheads)
Partner with operations to improve efficiency and reduce cost
Analyse product profitability and support commercial decision-making
Oversee Capex planning and ROI analysisCashflow & Working Capital
Manage cashflow forecasting and liquidity
Optimise working capital across stock, debtors, and creditors
Maintain strong banking and funding relationshipsLeadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
Build a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
Ensure strong succession planning and team capabilityGovernance & Compliance
Lead audit processes and act as key contact for external auditors
Ensure compliance with UK tax regulations (VAT, corporation tax)
Maintain financial policies, procedures, and controls
About You
Essential
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role
Strong background in manufacturing or FMCG finance
Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability
Confident stakeholder manager with strong commercial acumenDesirable
Experience working with major UK retailers
Exposure to private equity environments
ERP system experience (e.g. SAP, Oracle, D365)
Leadership Style
Inspiring and visible leader who engages across all levels
Commercially driven with a hands-on, proactive approach
Resilient, results-focused, and solutions-oriented
Passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence
Why Apply?
Strategic, high-impact leadership role
Opportunity to influence business performance and growth
Work closely with senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment
Be part of a business focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement
Interested?
If you're a commercially driven finance leader looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you
Location: East Kilbride
Salary: £80K
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Finance to join a well-established and growing UK-based manufacturing business.
This is a key leadership role, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to drive profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic growth within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
You'll lead the finance function, providing clear commercial insight while ensuring strong financial governance and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Commercial Leadership
Act as a trusted partner to senior leadership, influencing key business decisions
Drive profitability through margin analysis, cost optimisation, and pricing strategy
Provide insight into performance, risks, and growth opportunities
Support long-term planning, budgeting, and forecastingFinancial Control & Reporting
Oversee accurate and timely monthly management accounts
Lead financial planning cycles and deliver clear, actionable MI
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS and statutory requirements
Maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworksOperational & Manufacturing Finance
Monitor and control manufacturing costs (labour, waste, yield, overheads)
Partner with operations to improve efficiency and reduce cost
Analyse product profitability and support commercial decision-making
Oversee Capex planning and ROI analysisCashflow & Working Capital
Manage cashflow forecasting and liquidity
Optimise working capital across stock, debtors, and creditors
Maintain strong banking and funding relationshipsLeadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
Build a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
Ensure strong succession planning and team capabilityGovernance & Compliance
Lead audit processes and act as key contact for external auditors
Ensure compliance with UK tax regulations (VAT, corporation tax)
Maintain financial policies, procedures, and controls
About You
Essential
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role
Strong background in manufacturing or FMCG finance
Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability
Confident stakeholder manager with strong commercial acumenDesirable
Experience working with major UK retailers
Exposure to private equity environments
ERP system experience (e.g. SAP, Oracle, D365)
Leadership Style
Inspiring and visible leader who engages across all levels
Commercially driven with a hands-on, proactive approach
Resilient, results-focused, and solutions-oriented
Passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence
Why Apply?
Strategic, high-impact leadership role
Opportunity to influence business performance and growth
Work closely with senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment
Be part of a business focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement
Interested?
If you're a commercially driven finance leader looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you