Head of Finance

Head of Finance 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