Financial Director (Manufacturing / Engineering)

The Engineering) position centres on overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to keep growth targets on track. It would suit someone who can bring commercially sharp and confident influencing across operations, engineering, and leadership to the role.

How the role is set up

Finance Director to join a fast-growing precision engineering business of 200 employees, supplying major international customers in the aerospace and energy sectors. A consistent and solid career history that demonstrates loyalty, delivery, and progression.

Where someone would start

Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to keep growth targets on track. Leading the company’s financial strategy, reporting directly to the CEO and MD. Driving profitability and cash flow through effective working capital and cost management.

What helps someone build confidence

Commercially sharp and confident influencing across operations, engineering, and leadership. Strong professional approach.

What is expected

• At least 5 years’ experience in engineering or manufacturing finance — this is essential.
• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA), ideally CIMA.
• Experience preparing businesses for funding, investment, or acquisition is a strong advantage.

Job details

• Flexibility: Full-time or 4-day option available.
• Additional detail: Pension support may be included.

Requirements mentioned

• Excel
• CIMA/ACCA/ACA