Finance Director

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

Job summary

A leading property and construction group in Greater London is seeking a Finance Director to oversee financial operations and support growth. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications, strong leadership skills, and experience in property or construction finance. This role offers the opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and enhance financial performance while mentoring a dedicated finance team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally in property or construction.
• In-depth knowledge of financial controls and compliance.
• Experience with audit processes and reporting under UK GAAP or IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team for accurate reporting.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Oversee financial reporting structures and cash flow forecasting.
• Support budgeting and business planning with operational teams.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Tools

Financial systems

Excel

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a well-established and rapidly expanding property and construction group. With several successful developments already completed and new projects set to launch, the business is seeking a commercially driven Finance Director to lead the finance function and support its next phase of growth.

Role Overview

As Finance Director, you will oversee all aspects of financial operations, compliance, and reporting across the group. Working closely with senior leadership, you will drive strategic planning, enhance internal processes, and provide insight to support key decision‑making as the business continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across all entities
• Manage the month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, ensuring compliance with financial standards
• Oversee financial reporting structures, general ledger management, and cash flow forecasting
• Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning
• Provide guidance on complex and non‑routine financial transactions and business initiatives
• Drive improvements in systems, controls, and processes to increase efficiency and scalability
• Support implementation of new technologies and reporting tools to enhance financial performance and insight
• Deliver internal training to promote team development and knowledge sharing
• Work alongside the board and senior leadership on strategic projects and new developments

Key Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the property or construction sectors
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and inspire teams
• In‑depth knowledge of financial controls, regulatory compliance, and accounting standards
• Experience with audit processes and reporting under UK GAAP or IFRS
• Proficiency in financial systems and strong Excel skills
• Commercially astute with excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities