Group Finance Director
- Berkshire
- £145,000-165,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Team: 17 finance professionals, with 4 direct reports
Turnover: £100 million
Industry: FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)
Status: Multi-site, Highly Acquisitive Growth Group
Package: £140-165k plus £6500 car allowance, 20% bonus, health / life pack and share schemeCompany OverviewVenture 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 OverviewAs 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 ResponsibilitiesStrategic 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Play a central role in assessing, modelling, and executing acquisitions.
- Integrate new businesses quickly and effectively into group reporting and control structures.
- 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.
- Experience in a private equity-backed or highly leveraged environment.
- Exposure to international markets and operations.
- MBA or additional strategic finance qualifications.
- 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.