Reed Finance are exclusively partnering with a small Manufacturing business based in Bristol recruiting for a part time Finance Director. Job Title: PT Finance Director (3 days a week) Salary: £100,000 FTE Role Purpose: The Finance Director will lead all financial operations, ensuring financial integrity, robust controls, and strategic alignment with business goals. This role demands a strong understanding of manufacturing finance, cost management, and commercial insight to drive operational efficiency and profitability. The ideal candidate will come from a commercially focused manufacturing finance background. Key Accountabilities: Act as a strategic partner to the executive team, contributing financial insight to drive business growth. Attend board meetings and ensure the business meets or exceeds budgeted revenue, profit, and net return. Develop and monitor KPIs aligned with business objectives. Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Evaluate and support pricing strategies, cost management, and procurement efficiency. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes. Manage financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Maintain tight control over cash flow and manage working capital requirements. Oversee cost accounting and margin analysis. Ensure the company’s financial systems provide accurate, timely, and insightful management information. Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Qualifications & Skills: Qualified accountant with strong leadership skills. Experience in manufacturing finance and ERP systems. Excellent communication and strategic thinking abilities. Proficient Excel skills. Contact Charlotte Hasler at Reed Finance for further information.