Head Of Finance - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyYou'll be joining a pioneering global leader in technological manufacturing, with a rich heritage dating several decades that operates across the UK, USA, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. With a strong focus on precision engineering and cutting-edge solutions, this company is committed to enabling breakthroughs that shape the future. It's a publicly listed organisation with a collaborative culture, a clear growth strategy, and a reputation for technical excellence.Responsibilities include:

• Deliver accurate financial reporting, budgets, and forecasts to support site performance.
• Partner with site leadership to provide financial insight for strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and accounting standards, including long-term contract reporting.
• Support investment and sourcing decisions with robust business cases.
• Review and approve customer proposals for financial viability.
• Maintain standard costing and drive variance analysis.
• Manage audit, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Collaborate on R&D capitalisation and currency risk management.
• Contribute to group finance initiatives and site control reviews.
• Lead and develop the site finance team.

What you'll need to succeedYou'll be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or equivalent) with extensive experience in finance leadership and business partnering. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, along with a proven ability to deliver results with accuracy and accountability. You'll bring a solid understanding of manufacturing environments, ERP systems and standard costing. A detail-oriented approach and the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders will be key to your success. An An understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards is a distinct advantage.What you'll get in returnRewards include a competitive salary of up to £70,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package. You'll work in a modern, well-equipped office with onsite parking and enjoy flexibility through work-from-home days when appropriate. Joining a forward-thinking organisation, you'll be part of a high-tech, purpose-led environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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