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Finance Director

West Midlands, UK
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Company: JANE GORSE RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 per annum

Finance DirectorAbout the Company

Our client is a growing and forward-thinking business. With a strong commitment to sustainability, operational excellence, and continuous growth, the business is seeking a commercially astute Finance Director to support its next phase of development.

The Role

This is a key leadership position within the organisation, reporting directly to the SLT. The Finance Director will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and supporting the business in achieving its strategic and operational goals.

You will act as a true business partner to the leadership team, providing insight, challenge, and direction across all areas of financial performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the financial strategy and planning to support business growth and long-term objectives
  • Provide commercial insight and robust financial analysis to aid strategic decision-making
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts and board reports
  • Drive profitability improvements and cost control initiatives across the business
  • Develop and maintain strong financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks
  • Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors
  • Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture
  • Support strategic initiatives including expansion, investment, and potential acquisitions
  • Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements
Key Requirements
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader within a growing business
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level
  • Track record of driving financial performance and supporting business growth
  • Strong leadership and team development experience
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise
Personal Attributes
  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on, pragmatic approach
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders
  • Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • High level of integrity and professionalism
What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary of £90,000 – £110,000
  • Bonus and benefits package
  • Opportunity to play a key role in a growing, purpose-driven organisation
  • A collaborative and ambitious leadership team
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