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Interim Head of Finance – Inventory & Product Costing
QLM Search is partnering a well-established UK food manufacturer with a rich heritage that is seeking an Interim Head of Finance – Inventory & Product Costing to support one of its key divisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of site finance for a major manufacturing operation
- Take ownership of inventory valuation, stock integrity and product costing
- Review and improve standard costing, BOM accuracy, yields and overhead absorption
- Analyse and resolve manufacturing variances across materials, labour and overheads
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end close and reporting for manufacturing P&L
- Strengthen financial controls, governance and compliance at site level
- Act as a trusted finance partner to the Site Director and Operations leadership
- Deliver clear actions, improvements and a sustainable handover plan
Candidate Profile
- Senior manufacturing finance background within food or FMCG
- Proven experience in inventory accounting and product costing in complex factories
- Previous experience operating at Head of Finance / Site Finance Lead / Manufacturing FD level
- Strong interim track record with a hands‑on, delivery‑focused approach
- Comfortable working on‑site and influencing operational stakeholders
- Strong ERP experience (SAP or equivalent manufacturing systems)
- Able to operate at pace in a high‑volume, time‑sensitive environment
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Finance
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:
Interim Head of Finance – Inventory & Product Costing
QLM Search is partnering a well-established UK food manufacturer with a rich heritage that is seeking an Interim Head of Finance – Inventory & Product Costing to support one of its key divisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of site finance for a major manufacturing operation
- Take ownership of inventory valuation, stock integrity and product costing
- Review and improve standard costing, BOM accuracy, yields and overhead absorption
- Analyse and resolve manufacturing variances across materials, labour and overheads
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end close and reporting for manufacturing P&L
- Strengthen financial controls, governance and compliance at site level
- Act as a trusted finance partner to the Site Director and Operations leadership
- Deliver clear actions, improvements and a sustainable handover plan
Candidate Profile
- Senior manufacturing finance background within food or FMCG
- Proven experience in inventory accounting and product costing in complex factories
- Previous experience operating at Head of Finance / Site Finance Lead / Manufacturing FD level
- Strong interim track record with a hands‑on, delivery‑focused approach
- Comfortable working on‑site and influencing operational stakeholders
- Strong ERP experience (SAP or equivalent manufacturing systems)
- Able to operate at pace in a high‑volume, time‑sensitive environment
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Finance
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing
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Posted: May 20th, 2026