Finance Director

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive group in the UK is seeking a Finance Director to drive financial leadership and transformation across its multi-site operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for P&L management, team leadership, and enhancing financial processes. The role demands an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified individual with a strong background in senior finance leadership and experience in the automotive industry. This opportunity offers autonomy in decision-making and the chance to significantly influence the company's trajectory.

Qualifications

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 5+ years at senior finance leadership level.
• Track record of driving transformation and process improvement.
• Experience in automotive or multi-site environments highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Own full financial leadership: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, forecasting across the Group.
• Lead the digital transformation of finance systems and automation initiatives.
• Deliver timely, consolidated monthly management accounts across multiple sites.

Skills

P&L Management

Financial Reporting

Digital Transformation

Team Leadership

Business Process Improvement

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Tools

Keyloop

FP Solutions

BI tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Director Multi-Site Automotive Business

West Midlands £90,000 £110,000 + Car + Benefits

Full-time, on-site with flexible working potential

Are you a commercially focused Finance Director ready to steer a growing, multi-site automotive business through its next phase of evolution?

We are working with a long-established, family-owned motor group that has built an excellent reputation for quality, customer service, and strong brand partnerships. As the business continues to grow and evolve, there is now a need for a strategic and hands-on finance leader to join the senior leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity to modernise the finance function, drive greater data-led decision-making, and play a central role in shaping group performance and direction.

Your Mission:

1. Own full financial leadership: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and forecasting across the Group
2. Lead the digital transformation of finance systems and automation initiatives
3. Deliver timely, consolidated monthly management accounts across multiple sites
4. Build and mentor a high-performing finance team (c.15)
5. Develop and implement robust financial models, dashboards, and KPIs
6. Oversee funding, asset finance, VAT compliance, and audit processes
7. Produce board packs and offer insight-driven financial guidance to senior stakeholders
8. Work closely with operational heads to improve margin control and operational performance

What You Bring:

1. ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with 5+ years at senior finance leadership level
2. A track record of driving transformation and process improvement in a growing business
3. Experience in automotive or multi-site environments (highly advantageous)
4. Strong systems and reporting expertise: Keyloop, FP Solutions, BI tools, Excel
5. Commercially astute, people-centric and confident influencing across all levels

This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact in a business that values integrity, ambition, and a collaborative spirit. You will have the autonomy to lead, the trust of the board, and the platform to drive long-term value.