Financial Director

FD Recruit; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing mechanical and electrical contractor is seeking an experienced Financial Director to lead its finance function in Kettering. The role involves overseeing financial controls, developing strategies aligned with growth objectives, and ensuring compliance with construction finance regulations. Candidates should have a professional accounting qualification and significant experience in a similar role. A competitive salary between £110,000 and £120,000 is offered, along with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in a finance role, preferably as a Finance Director.
• Experience with construction finance including CIS and WIP.
• Proven ability to develop financial strategies.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the finance function from day-to-day controls to board-level strategy.
• Implement systems for job costing and WIP tracking.
• Oversee CIS compliance and manage cash flow.

Skills

Construction finance understanding

Cash flow management

Project financial control

Team leadership

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA)

Professional level education

Tools

Sage

Job description

Our client, a growing mechanical and electrical contractor, is seeking to appoint their first Financial Director. With turnover approaching £30m and strong momentum behind the business, this is a pivotal moment to strengthen the finance function and bring financial leadership in-house.

The Role

Reporting directly to the business owners, you will take full ownership of the finance function from day-to-day controls through to board-level strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Project Financial Control - Implement robust systems for job costing and WIP tracking
• Cash flow management
• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives
• Oversee Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) compliance
• Review sales pipelines, tender margins, and subcontractor credit limits to proactively mitigate risk.
• Lead relationships with auditors and other key external partners.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a finance team of five

What We Are Looking For

• Fully qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA).
• A thorough understanding of construction finance (CIS, WIP, etc.).
• Previous experience at Finance Director level
• Experience of Sage would be an advantage

If you are a proactive and experienced commercial Finance Director with a strong background in the construction or M&E sector and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role within a growing business, we would love to hear from you.

Location: Kettering (Hybrid)

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Salary: £110,000 – £120,000

Industry Sector: Construction

Years of Relevant Experience: 5+ years

Career Level: Executive (Director, Department Head)

Education Level: Professional

Workplace Type: Hybrid