Financial Director

Jackson Hogg; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic distribution company in Leeds is seeking a Finance Leader to join their senior leadership team. This role offers the opportunity to lead the finance function, implement systems, and build financial infrastructure during a period of growth. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with experience in SME environments and a strong commercial focus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an SME or scaling environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and hands-on approach.
• Track record of driving change and improving systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across financial control, planning and reporting.
• Partner with the CEO to drive strategic and commercial decision-making.
• Implement scalable systems and processes to support growth.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Change management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Are you a hands-on finance professional ready to shape the future of a growing business?

We’re partnering with a dynamic distribution company based in Leeds, operating nationally with revenues of up to £10m. Led by a Managing Director and supported by a multifunctional team, the business is entering a period of strategic transformation and ambitious growth.

As Finance Leader, you’ll join the senior leadership team with full ownership of the finance function. This is a rare opportunity to influence change from the ground up implementing systems, improving processes, and building the financial infrastructure to support sustainable scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the finance function across financial control, planning and reporting
• Partner with the CEO to drive strategic and commercial decision-making
• Implement scalable systems and processes to support growth
• Manage cashflow, budgeting, and compliance
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in an SME or scaling environment
• Strong commercial acumen and hands-on approach
• Track record of driving change and improving systems

This is a business where culture matters, people-focused, fast-paced, and ready for the next chapter.

Apply now or get in touch with Owen Brown (Jackson Hogg) for a confidential conversation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Wholesale

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