Finance Director

Keepmoat; Leeds; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development opportunities

Job summary

Keepmoat is seeking a Finance Director for the Yorkshire West region, based at Beeston, Leeds. The role leads regional finance, sets budgets and strategic direction, and drives governance and reporting with Central Finance.

You will build a robust five-year plan and maximise site profitability across the region. The successful candidate will bring extensive senior finance leadership experience in housebuilding or construction, strong cash management, and a track record of delivering financial

Qualifications

• Senior finance leadership experience in housebuilding or construction.
• Strong financial planning and analysis capabilities.
• Experience in financial process change and system implementation.

Responsibilities

• Drive budget and a 5-year business plan for the region.
• Lead and develop the regional Finance team and governance processes.
• Deliver monthly P&L and cash forecast with a focus on profitability.
• Collaborate with Central Finance and key stakeholders to optimise value.

Skills

Strategic finance leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Performance improvement

Education

ACCA/CIMA/CA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Treasury management systems

Job description

Great homes start with great people. At Keepmoat our purpose is clear, we create communities and transform lives. Every year we build thousands of high-quality homes that help more people and families find a place to call their own.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work, develop their careers and help shape the future of housebuilding.

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Finance Director to join our Yorkshire West region based at our South Central Office in Beeston, Leeds. They will drive delivery of the budget and strategic direction, leadership and management in finance controls, business planning and corporate governance, as well as leading the regional Finance team.

Reporting into the Divisional Finance Director and with responsibility to the Regional Managing Director, the Finance Director will also be a proactive member of the regional board, developing a robust, risk balanced and achievable 5-year business plan and a best in class regional finance team. They will prepare a monthly profit and cash forecast, driving a culture of maximising site profitability within the region, as well as developing best practice procedures and reporting, working with internal stakeholders including Central Finance in order to do so.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

We are looking for an experienced senior Finance Leader who embodies our Keepmoat values; a straightforward thinker, organised and able to manage their time effectively. A creative problem solver, they will be used to working under pressure and to deadlines. They will be passionate, demonstrating drive and energy in delivering high performance and keeping their team focused on business results. A collaborative individual with a high level of interpersonal skills, with the ability and experience with developing relationships and communicating at all levels.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience working within a similar role within housebuilding or construction. They will have strong financial planning and analysis experience, alongside experience of managing financial process change and system implementation. Strong cash management and treasury experience, alongside experience of working in a plc or private equity environment would be advantageous.

Why work for us?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Smart Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 5% discount on a Keepmoat home
• Exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance and Health Assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering Day and Payroll Giving
• Development opportunities to progress your career

Our values

Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement.

• Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It’s about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way.
• Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible.
• Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It’s important to us to do a good job.
• Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don’t offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers’ needs.

At Keepmoat, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating an environment where colleagues feel they belong. We recognise the importance of building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and free from discrimination. We are all about creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered.

HS&S Responsibilities

To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards.