Our client, a well-established and highly respected manufacturing and engineering business based in Rushden, is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Finance to join their leadership team.This newly created role comes at an exciting time for the business as it continues to grow across a group of companies. The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, efficient processes, and accurate reporting are in place to support continued expansion.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys improving systems, streamlining processes, and building a finance function that can support future growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day finance function across the group of companiesDevelop and improve financial systems, processes, and controlsEnsure accurate and timely monthly management accounts and reportingManage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planningDrive efficiencies and identify opportunities to improve financial processesEnsure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirementsOversee year-end accounts, audits, and tax reportingSupport operational and commercial teams with financial information and analysisLead, mentor, and develop the finance teamWork closely with senior management to support business growth and decision-makingManage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, and other professional advisorsAbout YouQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or ..... full job details .....