Finance Director

Michael Page (UK); Exeter; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its leadership team near Exeter. This role involves strategic financial planning, budgeting, and team management within a rapidly growing company. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting qualification and have substantial experience in financial leadership. This position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a chance to shape the future of the finance function.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus structure

Comprehensive pension scheme

Private Healthcare

High performing leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a financial leadership role within a similar industry sector.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the executive leadership team to set strategy.
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Lead cash flow management and cost analysis.

Skills

Financial leadership and management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong knowledge of financial regulations

Strategic mindset

Proven ability to manage teams

Education

Professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial modelling tools

Job description

Overview

• Unique opportunity to be part of an established high growth company
• Career defining role within a positive working environment

About Our Client

This company is well established, profitable, and on an M&A journey. It delivers high quality services and projects nationally from its headquarters near Exeter.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious finance professional to join the leadership team and help shape the future of the business. Following recent investment, the company is on a clear growth trajectory, winning significant contracts and scaling rapidly. This is a hands-on yet strategic role, offering the chance to build a first-class finance function while influencing the broader business agenda.

As Finance Director, you will:

• Work closely with the executive leadership team to set strategy and support decision-making.
• Take ownership of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting.
• Implement robust systems, processes, and controls to support scale and a growing group structure.
• Lead on cash flow management, cost analysis, P&L responsibility, and technical accounting.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, investors, and other key stakeholders.
• Provide commercial insight and analysis to guide business growth, investment decisions, and M&A activity.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Finance Director should have:

• A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Proven experience in a financial leadership role within a similar industry sector
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to manage teams and develop talent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on achieving business objectives.

We are looking for a strong technical accountant with commercial acumen and proven experience in a leadership role. You will bring:

• Strong financial leadership and management skills, with a proven track record of success in senior financial roles.
• Extensive knowledge of financial management, accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS), and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• High proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and financial analysis tools and software.
• Commutability to Exeter.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Private Healthcare
• Opportunity to be part of a high performing leadership team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an driven finance professional looking to make their mark. If you are ready to bring your expertise to this exciting role, we encourage you to apply today!