Finance Director

Mitchell Adam Ltd; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitchell Adam Ltd is on the lookout for an experienced Finance Director to join their Senior Leadership Team in Tamworth, England. This pivotal role offers a chance to drive growth and modernise the finance function through innovative technologies.

The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, lead an ERP implementation project, and advocate for the use of AI and automation in finance. The role also demands hands-on leadership within a dynamic supply and distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Finance Director or senior finance leadership level.
• Background within supply, distribution, logistics, wholesale, or similar operational environments.
• Demonstrable experience leading ERP implementations and finance transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and reporting.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and growth plans of the business.
• Identify and drive opportunities to utilise AI, automation, and technology to improve efficiency.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Stakeholder management

ERP implementation

AI and automation

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

A dynamic and growing supply and distribution business is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Finance Director to join the Senior Leadership Team.

This is a key strategic appointment for the business, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping future growth, driving operational improvements, and modernising the finance function through technology and innovation.

We are looking for a forward-thinking finance leader who combines strong commercial acumen with a hands-on approach and a passion for process improvement. The successful candidate will lead a business-critical ERP implementation project, champion the use of AI and automation across finance and operations, and act as a true business partner to the wider leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and reporting
• Play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction and growth plans of the business
• Lead the implementation and optimisation of a new ERP system across the organisation
• Identify and drive opportunities to utilise AI, automation, and technology to improve efficiency and insight
• Provide commercial support and analysis to aid decision‑making and profitability
• Deliver budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, and strategic financial planning
• Support operational teams in driving performance across supply chain and distribution activities
• Build strong relationships across the business and influence key stakeholders

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA )
• Proven experience operating at Finance Director or senior finance leadership level
• Background within supply, distribution, logistics, wholesale, or a similar operational environment
• Demonstrable experience leading ERP implementations and finance transformation projects
• Commercially astute with the ability to influence strategic decisions
• Forward-thinking and technology-driven, with an interest in AI and automation
• Hands‑on leadership style with strong communication and stakeholder management skills

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business at a key stage of its growth journey, where you will have genuine influence and the ability to make a lasting impact.