Head of Finance

Head of Finance – Automotive Business

Location: Harrogate Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance & Benefits

Are you a commercially driven finance professional looking for an exciting leadership role in a fast-growing and entrepreneurial business?

A well-established and ambitious company in the automotive sector is looking to appoint a Head of Finance to lead its finance function, drive strategic decision-making, and support its continued expansion.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, high-growth business with a strong reputation in the market. The role will be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, improving operational efficiency, and supporting key commercial initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Financial Strategy & Leadership – Develop and execute financial strategies that support business growth. Provide commercial insights to Directors, influencing key decisions and performance improvements.
• Financial Management & Reporting – Oversee financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, credit control, and cash flow management. Prepare accurate management accounts, variance analysis, and financial forecasts to drive decision-making.
• Process & Compliance – Ensure robust financial controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance. Lead the annual audit process and identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency.
• Business Partnering & Commercial Finance – Support pricing strategies, cost analysis, and margin improvement initiatives. Work closely with operational teams to optimise working capital, stock control, and financial planning.
• Team Leadership & Development – Manage and mentor a growing finance team, fostering a high-performance culture and implementing best practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with experience in a senior finance role.
• Proven track record in financial leadership, ideally within a fast-moving or high-growth industry.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive strategic initiatives and business performance.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Experience in the automotive sector would be an advantage but not essential.

What’s in It for You?

• A key leadership role in a growing, entrepreneurial business.
• Company car + competitive salary.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a business in an exciting growth phase.
• Work in a supportive, high-performance environment with career development opportunities.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a forward-thinking finance professional who thrives in a hands-on role. If you're ready to take on a leadership role where your insights and expertise will shape the future of a growing business, we want to hear from you!