Group Finance Director

ACCA Careers; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial/manufacturing group in the UK is seeking a Group Finance Director to oversee financial strategy and reporting. This pivotal role involves delivering financial insights, managing cash flow, and guiding a finance team within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and leadership experience in multi-site operations. A competitive salary between £110,000 and £140,000 plus bonuses is offered.

Benefits

Car allowance or access to an EV car scheme

Bonus potential of 20-30% based on performance

Growth opportunities in a structured company culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within multi-site industrial/manufacturing.
• Experience in entrepreneurial SME environments.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Deliver actionable financial insights to the Board.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity for operational needs.
• Drive working capital optimisation and oversee debt and investment strategies.
• Lead cost-efficiency initiatives to enhance profitability.

Skills

Leadership in multi-site environments

Financial reporting accuracy

Commercial negotiations

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

The Group Finance Director will oversee financial strategy, reporting, and compliance within a leading industrial/manufacturing Group. This permanent role, based in Derbyshire, offers a rewarding opportunity to shape financial operations while contributing to a high speed company growth journey. A mid size SME Group they have a five year plan to grow and build their business.

Derbyshire headquartered, profitable multi-site manufacturing/engineering group, PE/VC backed with high growth potential via organic growth and acquisitions.

The organisation is a prominent player in a niche industrial/manufacturing sector with a strong market presence and commitment to operational excellence. Successful and well financed they are continuing on a rapid growth curve.

Description

A newly created, high-impact board level role reporting to the UK CEO and working closely with the PE/VC backers.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting across the group.
• Deliver clear and actionable financial insights to the Board and senior management.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to support operational needs and strategic investments.
• Drive working capital optimisation and oversee debt and investment strategies.
• Lead cost-efficiency initiatives to enhance profitability whilst enhancing performance.
• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Lead the external audit process and statutory account preparation for all group entities.
• Collaborate with Managing Directors to shape and execute strategic business plans.
• Lead financial planning processes including budgeting, forecasting, and modelling.
• Develop and maintain pricing models to support commercial bids and production teams.
• Support contract negotiations with financial insight to maximise commercial outcomes.
• Prepare investment business cases and evaluate M&A opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Inspire and lead finance teams across group companies, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability, promoting talent development and succession planning.
• Ensure the finance team has the capabilities to support business growth and strategy.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, insurers, pension providers, legal advisors, and consultants.

Profile

A successful candidate for this Group Finance Director role must have:

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within multi-site industrial/manufacturing.
• Experience in entrepreneurial SME environments, within manufacturing and service delivery.
• A track record of external commercial negotiations with customers and suppliers.
• Excellent understanding of corporate governance and compliance requirements.
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams developing commerciality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how to upscale and grow a SME business

Preferred Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with a focus on future growth and long-term value creation
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Collaborative and engaging, with a passion for partnering with business leaders
• Able to communicate complex financial matters clearly and concisely to investors and stakeholders
• Balances strategic vision with operational execution and transactional detail
• Growth-oriented with a solution-focused mindset
• Positive, enthusiastic leader who celebrates team success
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and resilience

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range between £110,000 and £140,000 per annum.
• Car allowance or access to an EV car scheme.
• Bonus potential of 20-30% based on performance.
• Opportunity to work in a pivotal role within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
• Professional and structured company culture with growth opportunities.
• A dynamic workplace environment fostered by a motivated peer group and a strategically focused executive leadership team.

Candidates who meet the outlined requirements are welcome to submit an application.