Group Finance Director

Berkshire

Reporting to: Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Team: 17 finance professionals, with 4 direct reportsTurnover: £100 millionIndustry: FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)Status: Multi-site, Highly Acquisitive Growth GroupPackage: £#removed#k plus £6500 car allowance, 20% bonus, health / life pack and share scheme

Company Overview

Venture Life are a fast-paced, AIM listed, acquisitive £100 million turnover FMCG group with a growing footprint across multiple UK and international sites. The company is entering a new phase of accelerated growth, driven by both organic performance and a robust M&A pipeline. With strong private backing and a clear strategy, the group is building a leading portfolio in its category and is looking for a commercially focused Group Finance Director to support and shape its strategic direction.

Role Overview

As Group Finance Director, you will lead the finance function across the Group, playing a critical role in both strategic planning and operational delivery. You will be responsible for financial leadership during a dynamic period of acquisition, integration, and transformation. This role combines hands-on management, strategic insight, and leadership of a high-performing finance team.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the CFO, CEO, and Board to shape and deliver the Group's growth strategy.
• Support the CFO with M&A activity from financial due diligence to post-deal integration and performance tracking.
• Drive commercial insight and decision support across pricing, margin analysis, and product investment.

Financial Control & Reporting

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated reporting and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements (UK GAAP/IFRS).
• Manage audit, tax, treasury, and risk functions effectively.

Operational Excellence

• Lead and develop a finance team of 17, including 4 senior direct reports (e.g., FP&A, Financial Controller, Commercial Finance Manager, and Head of Shared Services).
• Implement and optimise financial processes, controls, and reporting standards across all sites.
• Act as a key driver in systems improvement and business integration projects.

Systems & Transformation

• Take ownership of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) ERP platform; drive further optimisation and system utilisation across the business.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives focused on automation, scalability, and data integrity.

M&A & Growth Enablement

• Play a central role in assessing, modelling, and executing acquisitions.
• Integrate new businesses quickly and effectively into group reporting and control structures.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role within a multi-site FMCG, manufacturing, or consumer product business.
• Strong track record in M&A activity, including due diligence and integration.
• Experience managing and developing large finance teams (20+).
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Desirable

• Experience in a private equity-backed or highly leveraged environment.
• Exposure to international markets and operations.
• MBA or additional strategic finance qualifications.

What We Offer

• A leadership role at the heart of a dynamic and acquisitive FMCG business.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on company performance and strategic growth.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy.
• Competitive salary and bonus, with long-term incentive potential.

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