• Join a global pharmaceutical packaging business experiencing rapid international growth across the UK, Europe and internationally
• Play a key strategic role within the Senior Leadership Team, directly influencing business decisions and future growth plans
• Lead finance transformation projects focused on compliance across their Group, process improvements and helping shape the strategy of the business
• Take ownership of a multi-entity finance function within a business investing heavily in people, structure and long-term development

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Managing the financial operations of UK, Germany and Australia entities alongside the Holding Company
• Overseeing compliance filings across all international entities
• Leading finance projects focused on automation, process improvement and operational efficiency
• Managing annual financial audits and associated submissions
• Building and maintaining relationships with banks, auditors, accountants and external advisors
• Producing detailed reporting for the Board and Senior Leadership Team including forecasting, month-end reporting and cashflow analysis
• Analysing financial data and identifying emerging trends and opportunities
• Leading the annual budget and monthly forecasting processes
• Maintaining and improving SOPs across the finance function
• Driving continuous improvement and utilisation of systems, particularly SAP
• Managing and developing the Finance Team through regular 1 to 1s and appraisals
• Reviewing and refining team structure to support future business growth

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Experience operating within a multi-entity international environment
• Strong understanding of intercompany transactions and recharge processes
• A highly organised and compliance-focused approach
• Track record of improving reporting, forecasting and finance systems
• Previous team management and leadership experience
• Experience working closely with Senior Leadership Teams and key stakeholders
• Strong analytical and commercial awareness
• Fully Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA is essential
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems would be advantageous

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to develop and progress your career within a high growth organisation
• Fantastic offices located in East Yorkshire
• Scope to influence strategy and sit on the SLT

WHY EMMERSON KITNEY

At Emmerson Kitney, we Recruit Different. You’re not just another candidate – you’re a professional with goals, and we’re here to help you achieve them. Our deep market and talent knowledge means we only work on roles where we know there’s genuine opportunity.

We work closely with businesses to understand their culture, commercial goals, and long-term vision to ensure the right fit for both client and candidate.

WHAT NEXT?

If you’re an experienced finance professional looking to make a strategic impact within a high-growth international business, we’d love to hear from you.

Call Sam Horton on 01482 628808 or email sam@emmersonkitney.co.uk for more details. 

This is a retained search managed exclusively by Emmerson Kitney. All third-party applications will be forwarded to us as the retained recruitment partner.