Finance Director - Financial Services

Buckden Partners; Swindon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Finance Director to lead financial operations and drive growth. In this pivotal role, you will partner with the CEO and Board to shape the financial strategy while ensuring compliance and managing risks. Your expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement will be crucial in steering the organization towards sustainable success. This dynamic firm offers a collaborative environment where your insights will directly influence decision-making and long-term planning. If you are a proactive leader with a commercial mindset, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior financial leader.
• Strong understanding of financial services and lending landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy with the CEO.
• Oversee accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial Strategy Development

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Financial Reporting

Budgeting and Forecasting

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Commercial Acumen

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Strong Academic Background

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Buckden Partners

Real Estate & Bridging Finance, Senior Consultant at Buckden Partners

Job Title: Finance Director

Reports to: CEO / Board of Directors

About the Company:

Our client is a dynamic, mid-sized financial services firm. With a proven track record of delivering innovative financial solutions, the company is positioned for growth and seeks a strategic, results-oriented Finance Director to guide the next phase of its evolution.

Role Summary:

The Finance Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for all financial aspects of the company. You will play a critical role in driving the organisation’s financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and supporting sustainable growth. This role requires a proactive leader with a commercial mindset and a deep understanding of the financial services and lending landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partner with the CEO and Board of Directors to develop and execute the company’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
2. Provide financial insights and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
3. Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements.
4. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
5. Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, and lending-specific laws.
6. Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and capital management to meet operational and strategic requirements.
7. Develop funding strategies and relationships with investors, lenders, and financial institutions.
8. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
9. Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, the board, and external stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

1. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent with a strong academic background.
2. Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO, or senior financial leader within the financial services sector (preferably lending).
3. Experience leading strategic financial planning and managing complex financial operations.
4. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
5. Commercially astute with a focus on driving profitability and growth.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and General Business