Finance Director

Harper May; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm seeks a Finance Director to oversee all financial operations, drive performance through reporting and strategic planning, and ensure compliance. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants with extensive experience leading finance teams and a strong understanding of financial controls. This role requires excellent communication and leadership skills, making strategic contributions at the executive level.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualified experience in relevant financial roles.
• Background in financial services or regulated environment is essential.
• Proven experience leading a finance team in a multi-entity group.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance team ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee preparation of management accounts and statutory reporting.
• Drive financial planning and budgeting processes.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Compliance

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

Role Overview

The Finance Director will oversee all financial operations, drive performance through robust reporting and strategic planning, and ensure regulatory compliance across the group. Reporting into the executive leadership team, this role combines hands‑on operational finance with forward‑looking commercial insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance team, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls, and continuous improvement across financial operations
• Oversee the preparation of management accounts, statutory reporting, and board packs
• Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes in alignment with business strategy
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements relevant to the financial services sector
• Provide strategic insight and financial modelling to support product development, investment, and growth initiatives
• Manage external relationships, including auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies
• Implement scalable systems and processes to support operational efficiency and future growth
• Act as a key advisor to the executive team, contributing to strategic decisions across the organisation

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with significant post‑qualified experience
• Background in financial services or a regulated environment is essential
• Proven experience leading a finance team within a complex, multi‑entity group
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence at board level
• Deep understanding of financial controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, hands‑on leadership style