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 centres 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