Our client is a well-established, owner-managed SME operating within the logistics, transport and distribution sector, with turnover in the region of £15–30m. Profitable and operationally robust, the business is at a pivotal stage of its development, with clear growth ambitions and a need to strengthen its financial infrastructure to support the next phase.
This is an urgent, on-site interim appointment, requiring an individual who can start at short notice and quickly embed themselves within the business.
The Opportunity
This is a highly influential, hands-on Finance Director role, working closely with the owners and senior leadership team. The business now requires sharper financial insight, more robust systems and clearer management information to support better decision-making across operations.
You will act as a trusted commercial partner to the owners, bringing structure, challenge and clarity, while remaining close to the day-to-day realities of a stock- and asset-intensive logistics environment.
The Role
As Interim Finance Director, you will take full ownership of the finance function and operate as a key voice at board level. Your remit will include:
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Acting as a core member of the leadership team, providing clear financial insight, analysis and constructive challenge
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Reviewing, upgrading and implementing finance and ERP systems, alongside associated processes and controls
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Designing and delivering high-quality management information to support operational and commercial decisions
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Full responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and working capital management, with a strong focus on stock
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Leading and developing the existing finance team
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Supporting operational improvements, contract profitability analysis and short- to medium-term strategic planning
About You
You will be a pragmatic, commercially minded finance leader who is comfortable operating in an owner-managed SME and being highly visible on-site.
You are likely to bring:
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Proven experience at Finance Director level within an SME (£15–30m turnover)
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A strong background in transport, logistics, distribution or similar operational environments
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Deep experience managing stock, working capital and cashflow
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Hands-on involvement in finance system and ERP implementation or improvement
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The confidence and credibility to influence owners and senior stakeholders
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Availability to start at short notice and commit to five days per week on site in the North West
Summary
This is an excellent interim opportunity for a Finance Director who thrives in hands-on environments, enjoys improving systems and insight, and wants to make a tangible impact in a growing logistics-led SME.