Finance Director

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead financial strategy and ensure financial viability. The role involves providing financial guidance, overseeing budgets, and managing a team. Ideal candidates are fully qualified accountants with at least 5 years' experience, strong leadership skills, and a good understanding of commercial impacts. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience in finance.
• Proven experience managing multi-million-pound budgets.
• Experience working at board/SLT level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and accounting strategy to optimise financial performance.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the MD and senior leadership team.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controls.

Skills

Leadership

Financial strategy

Commercial awareness

Strategic mindset

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Member of IoD, CMI or equivalent professional body

Job description

Finance Director

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Finance Director to join a well-established business. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Finance Director will be responsible for ensuring the financial viability of the company while supporting strategic growth across all departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance and accounting strategy to optimise financial performance
• Provide strategic financial guidance to the MD and senior leadership team
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controls
• Ensure accurate and timely management accounts and board reporting
• Manage financial risk and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Lead, develop, and performance-manage the finance team
• Support business growth initiatives and system improvements

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Current member of CIMA/ACCA or equivalent
• Member of IoD, CMI or equivalent professional body
• Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience
• Proven experience managing multi-million-pound budgets
• Experience working at board/SLT level
• Background in manufacturing or engineering preferred
• Strong leadership, commercial awareness, and strategic mindset

Salary: Competitive.

This is a Full time, Permanent position.