Finance Director

Finance Director

Location: Birmingham / West Midlands Company - Private Equity Backed Manufacturer & Distributor of Innovative Materials Handling Solutions

Our client is a leading manufacturer and distributor of highly innovative materials handling solutions, proudly serving major distribution centers and warehousing environments, including renowned clients like Amazon and Morrisons. As a private equity-backed business, they have experienced significant investment over the past three years, positioning them for exciting growth and expansion.

The Finance Director Opportunity:

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Finance Director to join their team.

In this pivotal role, you will lead and further develop the finance function, with a key focus on optimising EBITDA an essential metric as they prepare for an eventual Private Equity exit.

Your expertise as a Finance Director will be instrumental in shaping their financial strategy and ensuring robust financial health.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a talented finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

- Implement and enhance financial controls and reporting mechanisms to drive operational efficiency.

- Maintain a laser-sharp focus on EBITDA, providing strategic insights to support business objectives.

- Analyse complex financial data and present findings to senior management to inform decision-making.

- Work in tandem with key stakeholders to align financial strategies with overall business goals.

Qualifications:

- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.

- Proven experience in a Finance Director role or similar senior finance position.

- Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and managing finance teams.

- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret complex financial information.

- Experience in the manufacturing or distribution sector is highly desirable.

What our client offers

- A dynamic and supportive work environment.

- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

- The chance to make a significant impact as Finance Director in a rapidly growing business.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for finance and a desire to drive success in a thriving organisation, we would love to hear from you!

Humana Executive Search is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy in respect of this Finance Director vacancy. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.