- Oversee all day-to-day financial operations, including month-end and year-end processes
- Prepare and present detailed financial reports and forecasts to the Managing Director and board
- Lead the preparation of annual budgets and manage cash flow and working capital
- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal financial policies
- Drive process improvements and cost control initiatives across the business
- Manage and develop a small finance team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Liaise with external auditors, banks, and other financial stakeholders
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience.
- Strong background in manufacturing or related industry highly desirable
- Excellent analytical skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Commercially minded, with the ability to contribute to business strategy
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills