Finance Director

Reed Finance is partnering with a growing local business looking for a capable Finance Director to lead financial strategy and support business growth.

The role is a blend of hands' on and strategic so would suit a senior finance candidate who enjoys getting into the detail.

This is a key leadership role, working closely with the CEO and senior team to drive performance, manage risk, and ensure long-term financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic leadership

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• Develop and deliver the financial strategy aligned to business goals
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• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board
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• Support major commercial decisions and potential acquisitions
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Financial management & control

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• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning
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• Ensure accurate reporting and strong financial governance
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• Manage cash flow, working capital, and funding requirements
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Governance, risk & compliance

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• Ensure compliance with regulatory and tax requirements
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• Lead audits and manage external advisors
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• Identify and manage financial and operational risks
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Commercial insight

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• Provide clear financial analysis to support decision-making
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• Monitor profitability, cost efficiency, and return on investment
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• Develop and track KPIs for business performance
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Team leadership

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• Lead and develop a high-performing finance function
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• Build a collaborative and accountable team culture
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• Support ongoing development and succession planning
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About You

Experience & skills

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• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
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• Proven experience in senior finance leadership roles
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• Excellent knowledge of financial reporting, planning, and cash management
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• Confident working with senior stakeholders and boards
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• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) [26.02 - Fi...Director | PDF]
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Personal attributes

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• Clear communicator who can translate numbers into insight
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• Strong decision-maker with sound judgement
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• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
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• Collaborative leadership style with high integrity [26.02 - Fi...Director | PDF]
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What’s on Offer

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• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
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• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional time off over Christmas
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• Birthday leave
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• Pension scheme and enhanced family leave
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• Health and wellbeing support
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• On-site gym access or wellness benefits
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• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities [26.02 - Fi...Director | PDF]
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If you're a hands' on, commercially minded Finance Director looking to make a real impact at a senior level, we’d love to hear from you.