Finatal are partnering with a private equity-backed manufacturing business that is seeking an experienced Interim Group Finance Director to support the CFO through a period of transformation and growth. This is a technical role, so candidates who come from a controllership background will be considered for this opportunity.
This is a hands-on leadership role within a complex, international, multi-site manufacturing group. The successful candidate will take ownership of group financial control, strengthen reporting and governance, and lead the establishment of a scalable Shared Service Centre to support the next phase of the business’s evolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of group financial control, reporting, and compliance across the group
- Ensure a robust month-end, year-end, and audit process across multiple entities and jurisdictions
- Drive improvements in financial controls, reporting accuracy, and governance
- Partner closely with the CFO on finance transformation initiatives
- Design and implement a Shared Service Centre, including process standardisation and migration activities
- Improve finance processes, systems, and operational efficiencies across the group.
- Support working capital management, cash flow visibility, and balance sheet control
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven Group Financial Controller or Finance Director experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong background in complex, multi-site and international businesses
- Demonstrable experience establishing, transforming, or leading a Shared Service Centre
- Experience operating within a PE-backed, listed, or similarly fast-paced environment