Head of Finance

About the Company
We are a UK-based spin-out from the University of Newcastle, building advanced equipment and integrated solutions for the construction and infrastructure sectors.

With operations across the UK and US, the business combines engineering, manufacturing, and on-site deployment to improve efficiency and reduce costs in large-scale projects.

The Opportunity
We’re looking for a commercially minded Head of Finance to lead the UK function and play a key role in scaling a manufacturing-led business.

This is a hands-on role with exposure to operations, acquisitions, and performance improvement — suited to someone who wants to move beyond traditional finance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all UK finance activities (reporting, audit, tax)
  • Own financial performance of a recently acquired UK business (~£15–20m revenue)
  • Build and maintain robust financial models, forecasts, and reporting
  • Partner with operations to improve margins, cash flow, and efficiency
  • Support supplier negotiations and working capital management
  • Help establish scalable systems and processes as the business grows
  • Work closely with UK and US leadership on planning and performance
What We’re Looking For
  • 6–12+ years’ experience in finance (IB, PE, or high-growth environments)
  • Strong financial modelling and commercial acumen
  • Experience in manufacturing, industrials, or engineering-led businesses preferred
  • Exposure to acquisitions, integration, or performance improvement
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented
Why Join
  • High-impact role in a growing, engineering-led business
  • Broad exposure across finance, operations, and strategy
  • Opportunity to build and shape the finance function from an early stage
  • Competitive salary + equity