Finance Director

SF Recruitment; Dudley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Finance Director to lead their UK finance function. In this pivotal role, you will ensure strong financial governance and compliance with SOX and US GAAP, while delivering insightful financial reporting. You'll manage a talented finance team and collaborate closely with leadership to drive strategic decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to influence a fast-paced business environment and contribute to its ongoing success. If you are commercially focused and thrive in a hands-on role, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and US GAAP standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UK finance team and oversee financial reporting and compliance.
• Act as a strategic partner to the UK leadership team with financial insights.

Skills

Financial Reporting

SOX Compliance

US GAAP

Budgeting and Forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

SF Group are excited to be working with a business in search of a Finance Director.

This position is within a fast-paced and complex business environment. You'll lead the UK finance function, ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and meaningful commercial insights - all while maintaining compliance with SOX and US GAAP requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the UK finance team, overseeing all aspects of financial reporting and compliance
• Ensure adherence to SOX controls and US GAAP accounting standards
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting in line with group deadlines
• Act as a strategic partner to the UK leadership team, influencing decision-making with robust financial insight
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and variance analysis
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of financial systems and controls
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and group finance teams globally

About You:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and US GAAP reporting standards
• Commercially focused, with the ability to add value beyond the numbers
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced environment