Finance Director

Our client, a leading branded and own label food manufacturer supplying the multiple retailers and food service operators is currently looking to appoint a Finance Director.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director you will be responsible for the entire finance function. This is a key position within the management team as the successful candidate will have commercial impact on the continued success of the business, a major part of which is to work with senior management in driving operational efficiencies and helping reduce costs throughout the business.
As Finance Director you will be responsible for the monthly and yearly financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting and, as Finance Director your role will be to challenge the status quo, helping look for ways to improve and develop the business. Your business influencing skills therefore will be used to support operational management on results, annual budgets and forecasts whilst also stringently controlling year-end reporting and cash management.
With a proven track record in a similar role, and with specific experience in working in a privately owned food manufacturing business, you will also be able to demonstrate strong experience of cost reductions with sustained profit growth. Applicants must possess a relevant Finance based qualification, preferably ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, and will be from an FMCG business.
Self-motivated, a hands-on style, and some experience in food manufacturing or similar industry is an required.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter indicating your current salary details and notice period to martin@hendbrown.com or apply online at www.hendbrown.com