Finance Director

Michael Page (UK); Ledbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a high-caliber finance professional to shape the financial strategy of a beloved brand in the skateboarding and streetwear sector. This pivotal role involves leading the finance function, driving commercial performance, and ensuring financial stability during a crucial phase of growth. As part of the senior leadership team, you will influence strategic decisions, manage cash flow, and develop a high-performance finance team. If you are an ambitious finance leader ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic retail environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior finance roles like Finance Director or Financial Controller.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence at board level.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial strategy and oversee financial planning and reporting.
• Lead financial governance, compliance, and risk management.

Skills

Financial Strategy

Financial Planning

Budgeting

Risk Management

Commercial Analysis

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial Reporting Systems

IT Systems Development

Job description

About Our Client

With its head office nestled in the picturesque village of the Badminton Estate, Glos. Route One is a leading multi-channel retailer in the skateboarding and streetwear industry. The brand has evolved into a go-to destination for top global brands, blending a thriving eCommerce presence with a strong retail footprint. With a loyal customer base and a reputation for authenticity, Route One continues to innovate, staying at the forefront of a dynamic and fast-moving industry.

Job Description

This is a career-defining opportunity for a high-calibre finance professional to take ownership of Route One's financial strategy and governance. In addition to leading the finance function, you will be part of the senior leadership team, helping drive commercial performance and playing a pivotal role in steering the business through an important stage in its evolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive the financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and funding requirements, ensuring financial stability and growth.
• Lead financial governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Provide financial insights and commercial analysis to support key business decisions.
• Partner with senior stakeholders on future transitional structures of the organisation.
• Development of IT systems, identifying value-add opportunities to further enhance the company's operational performance and profitability.
• Drive operational efficiencies and profitability through robust financial controls and process improvements.
• Work closely with external advisors, banks, and investors to support business growth and transformation.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture.

The Successful Applicant

Desired Experience

• Although not essential, Retail and/or eCommerce sector experience is preferred, ideally within a fast-growing, multi-channel business.
• A proven track record in a senior finance role (Finance Director, Financial Controller, or Head of Finance).
• Experience working in a business navigating, evaluating possible transformational structures, and potential changes of shareholder participations is highly desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to influence at board level.
• Strong relationships with advisory and banking networks.
• Hands-on approach, comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial, growth-focused environment.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.

What's on Offer

This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a well-established and much-loved brand. If you're an ambitious finance leader looking for a strategic role in a dynamic retail business, we'd love to hear from you.