Finance Director

Harper May Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Director to guide financial strategy and lead the finance team. The ideal candidate should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, with strong leadership skills and experience in the FMCG sector. Responsibilities include managing financial operations, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring compliance. This role aims to enhance operational efficiency and departmental performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior finance roles.
• Experience within the FMCG sector is advantageous.
• Robust commitment to compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring accurate month-end reporting.
• Oversee financial reporting structures and general ledger management.
• Manage financial closing processes and support budgeting and forecasting.
• Identify process optimisation opportunities across financial operations.
• Provide expert guidance on complex transactions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Proficiency in financial systems

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Harper May is collaborating with a leading FMCG company, renowned for delivering high-quality consumer products with an exceptional reputation for innovation and market leadership. They pride themselves on sustainability, operational excellence, and consumer satisfaction. As their market presence continues to expand, they are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Director to join their team and strategically steer their financial growth.

Role Overview

As the Finance Director, you will be instrumental in guiding the company's financial strategy, reporting directly to the Group CFO. In addition to managing daily finance operations, you will drive strategic initiatives that align with organisational goals, industry standards, and consumer market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor the finance team, ensuring timely and accurate month-end reporting and compliance with industry regulations.
• Oversee financial reporting structures and general ledger management to facilitate precise and timely financial analysis.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, working closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to support robust budgeting and forecasting.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimisation, improving efficiency and accuracy across financial operations.
• Provide expert financial guidance on complex, non-routine transactions.
• Champion the adoption of technological innovations and procedural improvements, enhancing workflow productivity and overall departmental performance.
• Conduct targeted training programmes for finance staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing business performance.

Qualifications/Skills

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent, with proven experience in senior finance roles.
• Previous experience within the FMCG sector is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of motivating and inspiring diverse teams.
• Strong proficiency in financial systems, accounting software, and comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and principles.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a robust commitment to compliance and accuracy.
• Auditing experience would be beneficial.