Group Finance Director | Growth & Strategy Leader

Zachary Daniels; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car allowance

Performance‑linked bonus

Generous management incentive plan with equity participation

Job summary

A leading private equity backed company in Oxford is seeking a Group Finance Director to lead the finance function in-house, build teams, and support strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess significant senior finance leadership experience, qualified as a professional accountant, with a proven track record in driving financial performance. The role offers a competitive salary range of £80,000 - £120,000 plus bonuses and benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance leader.

Qualifications

• Proven senior finance leadership experience within an SME environment.
• Track record of building and developing finance teams.
• Comfortable building structure, process and capability from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Shape long‑term strategy as part of the senior leadership team.
• Bring all outsourced accounting and finance activities in‑house, establishing a high‑performing finance team.
• Maintain disciplined cash flow and working capital oversight.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercial judgement

Collaboration

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

A leading private equity backed company in Oxford is seeking a Group Finance Director to lead the finance function in-house, build teams, and support strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess significant senior finance leadership experience, qualified as a professional accountant, with a proven track record in driving financial performance. The role offers a competitive salary range of £80,000 - £120,000 plus bonuses and benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance leader.