Finance Director | High-Growth D2C Retailer

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading D2C retailer in Chesterfield is seeking a Finance Director to oversee strategic and operational finance functions. This pivotal role involves advising the leadership team, managing financial reporting, and developing a high-performing finance team to support growth. The ideal candidate should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with a strong background in retail, ready to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced consumer or retail environment.
• Led finance teams through high growth.
• Comfortable in detail and at board level.

Responsibilities

• Advising on financial and commercial matters.
• Managing budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Driving margin improvement and cost efficiency.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Influencing skills

Budgeting

Financial compliance

Team development

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

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Finance Director | High-Growth D2C Retailer, Chesterfield

Client:

Talentedge

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Finance Director | High-Growth D2C Retailer

Location: London | Hybrid

We’re partnered with a disruptive, design-led D2C retail brand that’s rapidly scaling in the UK and beyond. With a loyal customer base, high repeat revenue, and backing from top-tier investors, they’ve built a platform primed for growth.

As Finance Director, you’ll report directly to the Founder and take full ownership of the finance function, both strategically and operationally. You’ll join at a pivotal point, helping shape decision-making at board level and leading a high-performing finance team.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising the Founder and leadership team on financial and commercial matters
• Leading finance reporting, compliance, and controls
• Managing budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow
• Driving margin improvement and cost efficiency
• Preparing reports for the board and investors, supporting fundraising
• Overseeing daily finance operations and reporting
• Building and developing the finance team
• Implementing systems and processes for growth

Qualifications and experience:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with experience in a fast-paced consumer or retail environment
• Experience leading finance teams through high growth
• Strong commercial acumen and influencing skills
• Hands-on and strategic, comfortable in detail and at board level
• Experience in D2C, eCommerce, or retail sector preferred