Finance Director

Kilmarnock, Scotland, United Kingdom

We are searching for a Finance Director for a mid‑market private equity‑backed manufacturing business with a turnover of approximately £30 m. This is a pivotal leadership role, partnering closely with the newly appointed CEO to help shape the next phase of the company’s journey.

• Assess team capabilities and implement improvements in reporting, analytics, and financial processes to strengthen business performance.
• Lead the production of timely and accurate financial information, including monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and KPIs, to drive informed decision‑making.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and planning processes aligned to the company's strategic goals.
• Manage working capital, treasury and banking relationships in a multi‑currency environment.
• Maintain robust financial controls, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Partner with commercial and operational teams to identify efficiencies, support growth initiatives and drive margin improvement.
• Act as a key partner to the CEO and leadership team, evaluating business lines, products, and regional profitability to support investment and operational decisions.
• Support future M&A activity, including due diligence and integration planning.
• Lead and develop a small finance team, instilling a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven post‑qualification experience.
• Strong background in operational finance, management accounting, and performance reporting.
• Exposure to private equity or similar investment‑backed environments is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate products, regions and business lines to support investment decisions.
• Hands‑on and detail‑oriented, with a rigorous approach to compliance and governance.
• Proven experience managing in a multi‑currency, international business environment.
• Strong communicator with the gravitas to influence senior stakeholders and drive change.

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job functions:

Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, Finance

Industries:
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Computer Hardware Manufacturing.