Divisional Head of Finance

Accountable Recruitment Limited; Warrington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountable Recruitment Limited, acting for a high-growth organisation, is seeking a Divisional Head of Finance in Warrington. You will lead the divisional finance function, drive commercial performance and report to the Finance Director.

The role prioritises profitability, budgeting, forecasting and providing strategic financial insight across the division, with exposure to acquisitions and growth initiatives. A fully qualified accountant with strong leadership and FP&A experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Significant experience in Finance Business Partnering / FP&A / Commercial Finance leadership
• Proven track record partnering with senior stakeholders
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning experience
• Experience leading and developing finance teams
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
• Strong systems aptitude and advanced Excel capability

Responsibilities

• Lead the divisional finance function and partner with the Finance Director and leadership team
• Influence key commercial and operational decisions across the division
• Develop, mentor and inspire a high-performing finance team
• Oversee month-end close and timely financial reporting
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning
• Deliver insightful financial analysis to support decision-making
• Present budgets and performance updates to senior leaders
• Support acquisition activity, due diligence and integration initiatives
• Drive improvements in reporting, systems, processes and controls

Skills

Strategic thinking

Commercial finance partnering

Leadership

Financial modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Excel

Job description

Divisional Head of Finance / Warrington / £80,000 - £85,000 + Benefits

Accountable Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a high-growth, acquisitive organisation to recruit a commercially focused Divisional Head of Finance.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of a significant business division and play a key role in driving commercial performance, strategic decision-making and future growth. Reporting directly to an impressive Finance Director, you will be a valued member of the divisional leadership team, providing both financial stewardship and commercial insight across the business.

The role will particularly appeal to an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Manager, Head of Commercial Finance or FP&A leader seeking a broader leadership position with greater strategic influence and operational responsibility.

The Opportunity

As Divisional Head of Finance, you will lead the finance function for a sizeable division, partnering with senior operational and commercial stakeholders to drive profitability, support growth initiatives and ensure robust financial governance.

This is a highly visible role offering significant exposure to senior leadership, business transformation initiatives and acquisition activity, with genuine scope for future progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the divisional finance function, providing strategic and operational support to the Finance Director and wider leadership team.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders, influencing key commercial and operational decisions.
• Develop, mentor and inspire a high-performing finance team, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting.
• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes.
• Deliver meaningful financial insight and performance analysis to support business decision-making.
• Present budgets, forecasts and performance updates to senior leadership teams.
• Lead financial modelling, investment appraisals and business case development to support strategic projects and growth opportunities.
• Support acquisition activity, due diligence and post-acquisition integration initiatives.
• Drive improvements in reporting, systems, processes and financial controls to enhance business performance.
• Maintain strong governance and support audit requirements across the division.

About You

We're seeking a commercially minded, ambitious finance professional who combines strong technical capability with the ability to influence, challenge and partner effectively with senior stakeholders.

You will be comfortable operating within a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record of driving business performance through insightful financial leadership.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Significant experience within Finance Business Partnering, Commercial Finance, FP&A or a related leadership role.
• Strong experience partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning.
• Previous experience leading, coaching or developing finance teams.
• Advanced financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong systems aptitude and advanced Excel capability.
• Ability to influence, challenge and engage stakeholders at senior leadership level.
• Experience within engineering, infrastructure, construction, utilities or other project-led environments.
• Exposure to acquisitions, business integration projects or large-scale change programmes.
• Experience operating within a growing, acquisitive or multi-site business.

Why Apply?

This role offers a rare opportunity to step into a true finance leadership position within a growing organisation. You'll have the chance to shape the direction of a key business division, influence strategic decisions and work closely with senior leadership, while building the foundations for further career progression.

If you're an ambitious commercial finance professional looking for your next step into a Head of Finance role, we'd love to hear from you.