https://jobs.co.uk/job/finance-director-appleyard-lees-ip-llp--2d939bed-3467-42a0-b6be-fb06ec97400c RSS feed for Finance Director at Appleyard Lees IP LLP. en-gb Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:10:43 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/finance-director-appleyard-lees-ip-llp--2d939bed-3467-42a0-b6be-fb06ec97400c https://jobs.co.uk/job/finance-director-appleyard-lees-ip-llp--2d939bed-3467-42a0-b6be-fb06ec97400c Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:51:55 GMT Location: Halifax | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | Description We re looking for a commercially driven Finance Director to partner with the CEO and Partnership, leading financial strategy and transforming how the firm uses data, insight, and performance to drive growth. This is a high-impact, strategic role, focused on driving commercial performance, enhancing decision-making, and evolving the finance function to support a modern, forward-looking firm. Please note, this role can be based in Leeds, Halifax or Manchester; however, regular travel between all four office locations, including Cambridge, will be required. Key Responsibilities Partner with the CEO and leadership team to shape and deliver firm strategy Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance insight Drive commercial decision-making through data-led insight Build and develop a high-performing finance team Improve systems, processes, and financial controls Deliver clear reporting across KPIs, profitability, and cashflow Lead external stakeholder relationships (auditors, banks, advisors) Oversee budgeting, audit, tax, payroll, and compliance Identify opportunities for efficiency, margin growth, and operational improvement Skills, Knowledge and... Permanent