Interim Head of Finance - 9m Contract

At Winbro, we are at the heart of the green hydrogen revolution enabling production of next generation fuel cells with our ultra fast laser drilling and welding technologies. Our equipment is capable of producing highly complex micro parts to micron level accuracies, creating a revolution in personalised drug delivery and medical care. Our technology is capable of producing highly complex semiconductor parts, enabling next level efficiencies in electronics manufacturing.

JOIN US and we can offer you an opportunity to work in a high-tech, specialist company working with some of the best global names in aerospace, medical, semiconductor and clean energy.

We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance to lead the finance team as we continue our exciting journey of growth and transformation. Having recently implemented a new ERP, Microsoft D365 F&O, we now need to develop our processes and reporting to deliver a best-in-class service and provision of key management information to our Business Partners. Overseeing the usual responsibilities such as monthly management accounts, preparing annual budgeting and monthly forecasting etc are a given, however where this role will make a real difference, is in the continued development of the finance function, seeking out efficiencies in our processes and delivering a 1st class reporting and analytics solution using recently acquired software. As the existing VP of Finance's own role expands, this person also needs to find the right blend of self-sufficiency and ensuring the VP is kept informed and up to date with key information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Implementation of best practice reporting and analytical tools.

• Providing financial guidance and insight to fellow senior managers.

• Ensuring standardisation and alignment of financial processes across 3 regions.

• Oversee group budgeting and forecasting processes.

• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, margin improvement and operational efficiencies.

• Maintaining robust financial controls across 3 regions.

• Qualified finance professional with experience of operating in a manufacturing environment with complex stock movements.

• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role ideally within a multi-site or group structure.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Experience of consolidation and international accounting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft D365 F&O would be a distinct advantage.
  
  

What we can offer you

• A competitive salary
• Flexible start and finish time
• Equivalent 25 days holiday