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Simon Bucknell
Technology Practice Director & Founder
Full Time
Nottingham, Nottingham (Nottingham), NH
£90,000
This is more than a “safe pair of hands.” The business is looking for a finance leader with the credibility, experience, and consistency to help take it through its next stage of growth. Someone who can combine sharp commercial insight with financial discipline, and who has a proven track record of success in engineering and manufacturing environments.
Lead the company’s financial strategy, reporting directly to the CEO and MD.
Position the business for future investment, funding, and acquisition.
Drive profitability and cash flow through effective working capital and cost management.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to keep growth targets on track.
Deliver accurate costing, stock, and WIP valuation to guide pricing and production decisions.
Mentor and develop a small finance team to build capability as the business scales.
Build trust with banks, auditors, investors, and potential buyers.
Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA), ideally CIMA.
At least 5 years’ experience in engineering or manufacturing finance — this is essential.
A consistent and solid career history that demonstrates loyalty, delivery, and progression.
Proven track record of managing cash flow, working capital, and profitability in growth businesses.
Expertise in costing and valuation within production environments.
Experience preparing businesses for funding, investment, or acquisition is a strong advantage.
Commercially sharp and confident influencing across operations, engineering, and leadership.
Advanced ERP and Excel skills with a drive for process improvement.
Hands-on, pragmatic, and able to balance strategy with delivery.
Circa £90,000 salary
Company car
Bonus scheme
Private health cover
Pension
Flexibility: Full-time or 4-day option available
This is a chance to join a successful, ambitious engineering business where finance is central to decision-making. With aerospace and energy markets booming, rapid growth already underway, and international customers onboard, you’ll have the opportunity to shape strategy, build value, and prepare the company for its next chapter.
👉 Talk to Simon Bucknell about the role in more detail. If you’d rather have a chat before applying, please reach out to him here on LinkedIn!
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