We're seeking an experienced Interim CFO/FD to support a mid-sized manufacturing business through a critical period of financial and operational improvement, for a minimum 3-month term.
This is a hands-on assignment requiring someone who can quickly get across the numbers, identify areas of concern and establish greater financial discipline, transparency and PE-grade reporting standards.
Key priorities include:
- Reviewing manufacturing costing, inventory valuation and margin accuracy.
- Establishing robust, PE-grade management reporting with clear visibility of business performance, profitability and key operational drivers.
- Strengthening monthly P&L; processes, forecasting, cash flow visibility and financial controls.
- Identifying and addressing underlying financial and operational issues.
- Partnering with senior leadership to deliver accurate, timely and commercially meaningful financial insights.
What we're looking for:
- Significant senior finance leadership experience within manufacturing is essential.
- Solid technical understanding of manufacturing costing, inventory and operational finance.
- Experience establishing investor-grade reporting, ideally within PE-backed or similarly demanding environments.
- Demonstrated success in interim, turnaround or business improvement assignments.
- A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to deliver results quickly.
- Immediate or near-immediate availability and a local base.
This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact over a concentrated three-month period. Please apply in the first instance via this platform. While we endeavour to reply to all candidates, only candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted.