Finance Director | High-Growth D2C Retailer

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading D2C retailer in Sheffield seeks a Finance Director to oversee and lead the finance function during a period of rapid growth. This strategic position requires a hands-on leader who can influence decisions at the board level and develop a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced consumer or retail environment.
• Hands-on leadership and strategic at board level.
• Proven experience in D2C, eCommerce, or retail.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor on financial matters.
• Lead finance function ensuring compliance and controls.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder influence

Team management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Job description

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Finance Director | High-Growth D2C Retailer, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client:

Talentedge

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Finance Director | High-Growth D2C Retailer

Location: Sheffield | 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 the board level and leading a high-performing finance team.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Founder and leadership team on financial and commercial matters
• Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and controls
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow across the company
• Drive margin improvement and cost efficiency
• Prepare board packs, investor reports, and support fundraising
• Oversee daily finance operations, including management accounts
• Develop and build a high-performing finance team
• Implement systems and processes to support growth

Requirements:

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