Finance Director. South West LilyLifestyle

Key Responsibilities

Lead and evolve the financial strategy to support sustainable, profitable growth.

Provide clear financial insight, challenge and strategic guidance to the CEO and leadership team.

Drive long‑term planning, scenario modelling and investment appraisal.

Support strategic decision‑making across product development, pricing, capex and operational planning.

Hold overall responsibility for financial governance, risk management and control frameworks.

Ensure high‑quality financial information, with day‑to‑day reporting led by the Finance Manager.

Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes and regulatory compliance.

Provide insight on customer profitability, product investment and portfolio growth opportunities.

Support system improvements, automation and the strengthening of financial processes.

Lead and develop a finance team of five, fostering a culture of accountability, high performance and collaboration.

Build strong cross‑functional relationships to ensure finance is seen as a proactive and valued business partner.

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader in light manufacturing, FMCG or ideally food production within a similarly sized organisation.

Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to influence and shape business direction.

Comfortable operating in a demanding, fast‑moving, entrepreneurial environment.

Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate teams and partner senior leaders.

A strategic, career‑defining role within a respected, high‑growth food producer.

The opportunity to shape financial strategy and influence long‑term business direction.

A collaborative, agile working environment where your impact will be visible.

Competitive salary, executive package and genuine progression potential.

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