Finance Director, Corporate Functions

ENGINEERINGUK; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the railway sector seeks an experienced Finance Director to shape financial strategy and lead a high-performing finance team. This permanent role offers competitive salary, flexible working, and various benefits, contributing to a vital part of the organization's success.

Benefits

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave (28 days + statutory days)

Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass

Defined benefit pension scheme

75% subsidy on train tickets

Interest-free travel loans for season tickets

Volunteer leave for community engagement

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience in senior financial roles.
• Experience in matrix management organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, planning, management, and analysis of financial requirements.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Influencing Skills

Education

Full membership of CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW

Job description

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At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Learn more.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments, click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Brief Description

Duration: Permanent

Location: Based in Milton Keynes or London. Full-time role, flexible working patterns considered.

Band & Salary: 1.C £116,753 - £141,771

Who are we looking for?

We seek an experienced Finance Director to lead strategy, planning, management, provision, and analysis of all financial requirements, including commercial activities supporting both internal and external customers.

About the role (External)

This pivotal role shapes the financial direction of the business area, identifying risks and opportunities, embedding best practices, and ensuring robust internal controls. You'll be a key member of the leadership team, contributing to the broader business strategy while upholding financial compliance and governance.

You will lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a trusted business partner, you'll provide insightful analysis to support investment decisions, influence commercial activities, and optimize operational models. Your leadership will ensure the finance function delivers high-quality, responsive service to stakeholders, maintaining professional standards and reporting.

This role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and regulatory bodies. You will oversee financial system strategy, prioritizing enhancements aligned with business goals, driving change, financial improvements, reducing risks, and delivering long-term value.

Essential Criteria

• Strong leadership skills with the vision to establish cross-functional relationships and drive organizational change.
• Full membership of relevant professional bodies (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with credibility across all levels within NR and industry stakeholders.
• Substantial post-qualification experience in senior financial roles.
• Strong influencing skills to motivate and direct others.
• Demonstrable strategic thinking and change leadership.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working in a matrix management organization.
• Experience within different finance disciplines at Network Rail or external organizations.
• Regulatory accounting experience.
• Other relevant professional or academic qualifications.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

How to apply (External)

Closing date: 26th May. Applications may close early depending on volume. Late applications may not be accepted.

Next steps: Interviews scheduled for w/c 9th June, subject to business needs.

All applicants must demonstrate awareness of our Safety Vision. Offers are conditional upon satisfactory pre-employment checks. More info.

Benefits include:
- Flexible/hybrid working arrangements
- Generous annual leave (28 days + statutory days), with buy/sell options
- Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass
- Defined benefit pension scheme
- 75% subsidy on train tickets
- Interest-free travel loans for season tickets
- Volunteer leave for community engagement
And more...