Finance Director

Simpson Judge

  • Preston
  • £95,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
We are working with a dynamic and growing SME in the FMCG sector, based in Preston, to recruit an experienced Finance Director. This is a key strategic hire, offering a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business at a pivotal stage of its journey. As Finance Director, you will report directly to the Managing Director and play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy of the business. You’ll be a hands-on leader who can manage day-to-day finance operations while contributing to the broader commercial direction of the company.Responsibilities:
  • Lead the finance function, including financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and compliance
  • Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, driving commercial decision-making
  • Support business planning and strategic initiatives with financial modelling and analysis
  • Reviewing the current processes within the finance function, making improvements and recommendations where necessary to contribute to a more efficient department
  • Maintain robust financial controls and improve systems and processes
  • Oversee cash flow, working capital, and cost management
  • Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and investors
  • Manage and develop a small finance team
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience and attributes:
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
  • Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within FMCG or a product-led SME
  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence strategic decisions
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
In return you will receive:
  • £95,000 per annum
  • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid working – 2 days at home, 3 days in office
  • Bonus potential
  • Excellent pension
  • Other benefits such as private healthcare, dental, salary sacrifice schemes etc
  • Employee centric organisation with a fantastic culture
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