Strategic Finance Director for SME Growth & Margin

Top End jobs; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful manufacturing company in Sheffield is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial strategy and operations. You will work closely with the Managing Director to support growth and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with significant experience in the manufacturing sector and a strategic approach to financial leadership. Benefits include a salary of £75,000, a car allowance, profit share, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

£75,000 salary

Car allowance (£6,000-£7,000)

12.5% profit share

Clear progression opportunities

Up to 10% matched pension

Paid parking

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant certifications.
• Proven experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong background in SME environments.
• Commercially astute with strategic financial leadership.
• Management experience, ideally as the No.1 in Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-saving initiatives and implement efficiency projects.
• Analyse product costs and provide insights to SLT.
• Oversee departmental budgeting and ensure compliance.
• Prepare management accounts accurately and timely.
• Manage cash-flow policies and monitor transactions.
• Oversee statutory returns and pension scheme administration.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost-saving initiatives

Strategic financial leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

A successful manufacturing company in Sheffield is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial strategy and operations. You will work closely with the Managing Director to support growth and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with significant experience in the manufacturing sector and a strategic approach to financial leadership. Benefits include a salary of £75,000, a car allowance, profit share, and opportunities for progression.