Finance Director

Finance Director

Doncaster,-England,-United Kingdom
Salary- -90,000- -100,000

Company wide bonus

Description

A long-established and growing business within the construction and industrial products sector is seeking a commercially astute Finance Director to join their close-knit, supportive team based in-Doncaster.

As Finance Director you will lead the finance function. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational responsibility, ensuring robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and insightful decision support to drive business performance.

The successful candidate will act as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to long-term strategy while maintaining ownership of day-to-day financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to shape and execute the company''s financial strategy
• Provide high-quality financial analysis and insights to support decision-making, growth initiatives, and investment opportunities
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Drive business performance through KPI development, monitoring, and reporting
• Support fundraising, investor relations, and strategic transactions (e.g., M&A, restructuring)

Financial Management & Control

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash flow management
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations
• Manage audit processes and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies
• Ensure tax efficiency and compliance across all jurisdictions
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, including currency fluctuations, interest rate exposure, and credit risk.

Operational & Hands-On Responsibilities

• Take a hands-on role in the preparation and review of financial statements and management accounts
• Improve and streamline financial systems, processes, and reporting tools
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost control initiatives
• Support operational teams with financial guidance and analysis
• Troubleshoot financial issues and provide practical solutions in a fast-paced environment

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
• Build a high-performance culture within the finance function
• Ensure appropriate structure, resources, and succession planning

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role (Finance Director level)
• Experience in family-owned SMEs in a relevant industry sector will be a distinct advantage.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level
• Proven track record of both strategic planning and hands-on financial management
• Experience in scaling businesses, transformation, or change environments is advantageous
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong systems knowledge (ERP systems, financial modelling, advanced Excel)

Overall, a successful finance Director should possess a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to effectively manage a company''s financial affairs. Additionally, adaptability and the ability to work in a dynamic and often high-pressure environment are key attributes for this role.

Benefits

• Hours - Monday- Friday 8am-5pm
• Work from home x2 days per week
• Salary- -90,000- -100,000
• Company wide bonus scheme
• Pension Contribution
• 28 days holiday
• Birthday off
• Team celebrations, lunches, Street food stalls, early finish etc
• Employee of the month
• Supportive, caring culture