Finance Director

The Finance Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across finance and IT for a large-scale manufacturing business based in Lahore, Pakistan. The role partners closely with the Country General Manager and leadership team to drive long-term growth, strengthen governance, and deliver robust financial performance across complex operations.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established multinational manufacturing organisation operating across multiple international markets. The business is part of a global group with a strong footprint in emerging economies, supplying essential products to both domestic and export markets, and continuing to invest in long-term regional growth.

Description

· Act as a strategic finance partner to the Country GM, contributing to the development and execution of country strategy and five-year business plans

· Translate strategic objectives into clear financial plans supported by data-driven analysis and benchmarking

· Lead end-to-end financial management including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory reporting, and group reporting in line with global timelines

· Own the monthly close process, financial commentary, and performance reviews, highlighting risks, opportunities, and corrective actions

· Establish and maintain a strong financial control environment to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with local statutory and group requirements

· Oversee all accounting, tax, treasury, funding, and cash flow management activities, including working capital optimisation

· Provide detailed cost analysis across manufacturing and supply chain operations, identifying efficiency and margin improvement opportunities

· Support commercial decision-making through pricing analysis, market insights, and competitor evaluation

· Lead capital expenditure planning, investment appraisals, and funding discussions with senior stakeholders and the board

· Manage banking relationships and oversee foreign exchange exposure and risk management

· Act as the key point of contact for internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings and continuous improvement

· Serve as Compliance Officer for Pakistan, embedding governance, risk management, and anti-bribery frameworks across the organisation

· Lead, develop, and mentor finance and IT teams, building capability to support both current operations and future growth

· Drive a high-performance culture, promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and strong collaboration across functions

· Represent finance as a key member of the Pakistan leadership team and engage effectively with regional and global stakeholders

Profile

· Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

· Mandatory background in manufacturing environments

· Mandatory experience within multinational organisations

· 10 to 15 years' experience at Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or equivalent senior leadership level

· Strong knowledge of IFRS, local statutory reporting, tax, and compliance requirements

· Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and influence decision-making at country and regional level

· Strong commercial acumen with the ability to move beyond reporting into forward-looking insight

· Resilient, adaptable, and capable of leading change in complex operational environments

· Willingness and commitment to work on-site in Lahore, Pakistan

Job Offer

· Senior leadership role within a globally recognised manufacturing group

· High level of exposure to regional and global stakeholders

· Opportunity to shape long-term strategy and investment decisions

· Broad remit covering finance, IT, governance, and transformation

· Platform to build and lead high-performing teams in a growth-focused environment