Director of Finance

We are partnering with a leading manufacturer in the FMCG sector, known for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, to recruit a Director of Finance. This is a 'number one' position and will play a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and performance of the manufacturing facility based in Newport, South Wales. Responsibilities Include: Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to support commercial decision-making. Manage the financial accounting and reporting processes for the business unit, ensuring the integrity of financial information and analysis Maintain and govern the internal financial control environment to minimise risk and meet business objectives. Lead the finance team, driving performance, talent management, and adherence to the company's values and competencies Coordinate the business unit's accounting, forecasting, and planning processes Skills and Attributes: ACA/CIMA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience in a FMCG or complex manufacturing environment Strong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and influencing abilities to work effectively across functions Experience in managing a finance team and driving process improvements Proficient in using financial systems and software, with SAP experience highly desirable. What's on offer: £100,000 - £110,000 benefits to include car allowance and bonus. If you are an experienced finance professional with a passion for driving business performance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Director of Finance role. Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Location: Newport, GB

Posted Date: 6/16/2025