Full job descriptionThis is a senior Head of Finance role leading the full finance function within a growing fmcg manufacturing business. The position combines hands-on financial leadership with strategic partnership to support operational performance and long-term growth.
Client Details
Our exclusive and retained client is a well-established and growing food manufacturing business based in Kent, specialising in premium products for the UK market. The business has experienced significant growth over the past decade, expanding to approximately £30m+ turnover following major investment in its production facility.


The local company is a key part of a larger, international group, which provides international backing while retaining strong autonomy at site level. As the business continues to scale, there is now a requirement to appoint a Head of Finance to strengthen financial leadership, governance, and commercial insight.
Description
This is a senior, plant-based Head of Finance position with full responsibility for the finance function. Reporting into senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting operational decision-making and shaping the finance agenda as the business enters its next phase of development.


The role offers genuine breadth, combining hands-on leadership with strategic input, and will suit someone who enjoys operating in a growing, evolving environment, where they can make improvements in line with group and local needs.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and develop the finance function across the business
*Strengthen financial controls, processes, and reporting as the organisation scales
*Act as a commercial partner to operational and senior leadership teams
*Deliver timely, accurate management information and performance insight
*Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities
*Ensure effective reporting aligned with group ownership requirements
*Contribute to strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and continuous improvement


Profile
The successful candidate for this critical Head of Finance position will meet the following criteria:


*Extensive manufacturing / fmcg experience
*Proven senior finance leadership experience (Head of Finance / FC / FD level)
*Background within manufacturing, food, FMCG, or operational environments
*Strong technical finance capability with a commercial, pragmatic approach
*Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a growing business
*Confident engaging with senior stakeholders locally and at group level
*Able to work on-site in Kent (limited public transport access)
*Willing to travel to Spain on a regular basis, particularly during training and onboarding.


Job Offer
This is a senior leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy, and will be rewarded in line with the duties and responsibilities.