Finance Director

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Finance Director – PE-Backed Manufacturing SME

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: c.£100,000 + equity potential

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a private equity-backed manufacturing SME in Greater Manchester to appoint a commercially driven Finance Director. This is a pivotal role within a high-growth business, offering the opportunity to work closely with an experienced leadership team and investors to drive scale, performance, and long-term value creation.

This role is ideally suited to an ambitious, hands-on finance leader looking to step into (or build on) their first Finance Director position within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with private equity stakeholders, you will take full ownership of the finance function while playing a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the business.

Key responsibilities include:

* Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and reporting

* Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, supporting decision-making and growth plans

* Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes

* Improve financial visibility, KPIs, and operational performance

* Support and lead on potential M&A activity, integrations, and future exit planning

* Enhance systems, processes, and reporting to support scalability

* Work closely with operations, supply chain, and production teams to improve margin and efficiency

* Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and funding requirements

The Candidate

We are looking for a high-potential, commercially minded finance professional with a strong track record in manufacturing or industrial environments.

Key requirements:

* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

* Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or a related sector

* Background in a PE-backed, high-growth, or SME environment preferred

* Ambitious, entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to progress and make an impact

* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at Board level

* Hands-on approach – comfortable operating both strategically and operationally

* Experience improving systems, processes, and financial controls

* Exposure to M&A or investor environments would be advantageous

Why Join?

* Opportunity to play a key role in a PE-backed growth journey

* Direct exposure to investors and strategic decision-making

* Real scope to shape the finance function and wider business

* Fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture with significant progression potential

* Equity participation aligned with value creation

Package

* Salary: c.£100,000

* Performance-related bonus

* Equity / incentive scheme

* Additional benefits

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Location:
Wythenshawe
Salary:
£90,000 - £100,000 /annum Plus Benefits
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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