Group Finance Director

COREcruitment; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Group Finance Director to lead financial strategy and drive post-acquisition integration. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial planning, reporting, and cash flow management across a diverse international portfolio. As part of the Senior Executive Team, you will influence business strategy and support future acquisitions while leading a high-performing finance team. If you are an inspirational leader with a strategic mindset and a proven track record in financial management, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of finance experience with 5 years at senior management level.
• Strong technical expertise in statutory accounts, tax, and audit preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting across the international group.
• Drive process improvement for scalable financial systems.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Strategic Mindset

Communication Skills

Process Improvement

Financial Analysis

Post-Acquisition Integration

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Tools

Excel

Finance Systems

Job description

Group Finance Director, Hospitality, Wiltshire (1 day hybrid).£95,000 + bonus

Are you a visionary finance leader ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic, growing, and internationally minded organisation? This is your opportunity to join the Senior Executive Team and lead the charge in shaping the financial future of a group undergoing exciting transformation and growth.

We’re on the hunt for a Group Finance Director to lead financial strategy, drive integration post-acquisition, and deliver robust planning and performance analysis across a diverse international portfolio.

With an international footprint, the business has expanded through acquisitions and continues to grow its presence across key global markets.It prides itself on offering end-to-end solutions, with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the financial planning, analysis, and reporting across the entire international group.
• Spearhead the post-acquisition integration of businesses — aligning systems, processes, and group reporting to support long-term success.
• Oversee the production of accurate, timely and insightful financial information, enabling data-driven decisions at every level.
• Own and evolve cashflow management, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting at both company and consolidated group levels.
• Drive process improvement, ensuring financial systems are scalable and fit for future growth.
• Contribute as a core member of the Senior Executive Team, influencing business strategy and supporting future acquisitions.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing finance team, instilling best practices and a strong sense of purpose.

What You’ll Bring

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, with 10+ years post-qualification experience, including 5 years at senior management level.
• Proven success in post-acquisition integration, group reporting, and process transformation.
• A strategic mindset, with the ability to translate numbers into actionable insight.
• Inspirational leadership skills and experience managing high-performing teams.
• Strong technical expertise in statutory accounts, tax, and audit preparation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills — you’ll be partnering with stakeholders across finance, commercial, and operations.
• A strong command of Excel and experience across multiple finance systems.