Interim Finance Director

HW Finance are delighted to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing SME in East Yorkshire to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Director. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring an individual who can quickly integrate into the business, provide strong financial stewardship, and ensure the smooth running of the finance function while supporting the senior leadership team.

The successful candidate will combine strategic financial leadership with a willingness to remain close to the detail and actively support day-to-day operations. Manufacturing experience is essential, with particular emphasis on costing, margins, operational reporting, cash flow management, and commercial decision support.

• Lead and manage the finance function, ensuring continuity of BAU activities.
• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts and board reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital.
• Partner with operational leaders to improve manufacturing performance and profitability.
• Drive financial controls, governance, and compliance across the business.
• Support inventory management, product costing, margin analysis, and CAPEX evaluation.
• Provide commercial insight and challenge to support strategic decision-making.
• Mentor and develop the existing finance team.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and senior leadership team.
• Identify and implement process improvements where required.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA/CIMA).
• Proven experience as an Interim Finance Director, Finance Director, or Financial Controller within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong SME background with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
• Experience managing BAU finance operations whilst supporting business improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing finance, including stock, costing, margins, and operational KPIs.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment and deliver results from day one.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim finance professional who enjoys combining strategic leadership with operational involvement. The role will suit someone who can provide stability, challenge, and commercial insight while ensuring the finance function continues to perform at a high level during a period of transition and growth.