Group Finance Director

Group Finance Director
Merseyside

Regional & Remote Working Options
£125,000 basic salary + Bonus + Benefits

About Us:

My client delivers service solutions with care across security, cleaning, and recruitment. With a £300m turnover they combine national reach with a personal touch. With a HQ in Merseyside, supported by regional offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, London, and Belfast.

The Role:

As Group Finance Director, you'll be a key member of the senior leadership team - steering strategic financial planning while driving day-to-day financial operations. You'll partner closely with the CEO and Board, bringing both commercial acumen and hands-on expertise to guide our transformation journey.

What's in it for you?

* £125,000 base salary with exceptional benefits
* Executive-level role in a fast-growing, people-first business
* Opportunity to shape and modernise the finance function
* Collaborative, values-led leadership culture
* Impactful role supporting UK and international growth
* Hybrid working options and flexibility

Requirements:

* Proven experience as Finance Director or senior finance leader in a multi-entity, service-led group
* Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
* Strong strategic thinker with commercial awareness and Board-level influence
* Expertise in financial planning, scenario modelling, and statutory reporting
* Skilled in cashflow forecasting, financial controls, and governance
* In-depth knowledge of UK tax and group-wide compliance strategies
* Track record in finance transformation and cloud-based system optimisation (e.g. Sage Intacct)
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management (banks, auditors, advisors)

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead long-term financial strategy, aligned to growth targets
* Oversee statutory accounts, reporting, budgeting, and working capital
* Deliver clear financial insight to support commercial decision-making
* Partner with the Commercial Director on forecasting and performance analysis
* Drive automation and improvements across financial systems and reporting
* Embed strong financial governance and risk frameworks
* Lead and develop a high-performing finance leadership team
* Manage external relationships with auditors, banks, and HMRC
* Shape a tax strategy that ensures compliance and efficiency
* Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board during a key period of transformation

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Posted: 14/04/2025