Finance Director

Page Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Finance Director to oversee the end-to-end finance function, partnering with executive leadership for strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have a formal accountancy qualification and relevant experience in a sub £10m turnover SME environment. This position offers a competitive salary of £100,000-£120,000 along with equity participation options, providing a unique opportunity to excel in the private equity sector.

Benefits

Equity participation and buy-in option

Qualifications

• Experience as a Number 1 Finance Director or a Head of Finance reporting to a CFO.
• Exposure to buy-side M&A or corporate finance activity is required.
• Experience of operating in a sub £10m T/O SME business is required.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end finance function including financial reporting and budgeting.
• Partner with the CEO and PE investors for strategic financial insight.
• Lead financial planning and analysis to support growth initiatives.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

Education

Formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent

Job description

About Our Client

This is a well‑established and profitable SME organisation operating within a high growth market segment providing technical / engineering support services for off‑site operations. Following recent PE investment they will continue to grow organically and with bolt on acquisitions with the intention of an exit within a three year timescale.

Job Description

• Own the end‑to‑end finance function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Partner with the CEO and PE investors to deliver strategic financial insight and value creation.
• Lead financial planning and analysis to support growth initiatives and M&A activity.
• Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and governance across the business.
• Manage relationships with external advisers, auditors, and banks.
• Build and develop a fit‑for‑purpose finance team as the business scales.
• Support commercial decision‑making through data‑driven analysis and scenario modelling.
• Oversee tax, treasury, and statutory reporting requirements.

The Successful Applicant

A successful applicant for this role must have :

• Formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Experience as a Number 1 Finance Director or a Head of Finance reporting to a CFO.
• Exposure to buy‑side M&A or corporate finance activity is required.
• Experience of operating in a sub £10m T/O SME business is required.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset, a progressive career trajectory with ambition to grow into a PE‑experienced leader.
• Background in technical / engineering off‑site contracting services advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at board level.
• Hands‑on attitude combined with broader commercial and strategic abilities.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• The kudos, energy and personality traits required to engender confidence from the Board, external investors and business advisors.

What's on Offer

Based in South Leicestershire, easily commutable from Leicester, Coventry and Northampton.

• Salary : £100,000-£120,000
• Equity participation and buy‑in option available.

This role offers a unique chance to step into the private equity world, take ownership of a finance function, and play a pivotal role in a high‑growth journey. If you qualify with the stated criteria and you’re ready to accelerate your career and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.