Engineering, Manufacturing
Our client, a long-established, UK-based engineering group operating within a niche sector, is seeking a commercially astute Finance Director to join its senior leadership team. As the business continues its evolution towards more sustainable and digitally connected solutions, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a company that operates at the forefront of innovation in its sector.
Description
Our client, a long-established, UK-based engineering group operating within a niche sector, is seeking a commercially astute Divisional Finance Director to join its senior leadership team. As the business continues its evolution towards more sustainable and digitally connected solutions, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a company that operates at the forefront of innovation in its sector.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and regulatory compliance. You will act as a business partner to the executive team to deliver strategic growth and operational efficiency. Key to success in the role will be your ability to provide insightful financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making across the business. You will also be responsible for managing external relationships with auditors, banks, and other stakeholders.
Skills
We are seeking a qualified accountant with proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, preferably with some experience within manufacturing, engineering or related sectors. Strong commercial acumen with a hands-on approach and the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels are essential. You will be a proactive leader with excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Apply
To apply for this Divisional Finance Director role, please use the Apply button, quoting reference MR53728.
Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. If you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for 34 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe. For more information, please see www.walkerhamill.com.