Group Financial Director

IPS Finance; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed privately owned group in Bradford is seeking a Group Financial Director to oversee broad financial, commercial, and operational responsibilities. This strategic leadership position demands a hands-on approach and offers a significant opportunity within a growing business, requiring experience in financial management, reporting, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, commercially astute Finance Director.
• Strong leadership skills required.
• Broad financial management background necessary.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Cash flow management and oversight of funding requirements.
• Managing foreign currency purchases and supplier payments.

Skills

Leadership

Cash flow management

Financial forecasting

Commercial acumen

Compliance

Tools

Sage 200

Sage CRM

MS Office

Job description

A new exclusive opportunity: we are seeking a commercially focused Group Financial Director to join a successful privately owned group of companies based in Bradford, with a turnover of 20m. This key leadership role reports directly to the owners and encompasses broad financial, commercial, and operational responsibilities across the group.

The Role Includes:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Cash flow management, forecasting, and oversight of funding requirements (loans, overdrafts, leases)
• Managing foreign currency purchases, forward contracts, and supplier payments in multiple currencies
• Company secretarial duties, compliance, and governance
• Overseeing intercompany transactions and recharges
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Managing Sage 200, Sage CRM, and MS Office systems
• Overseeing insurances, utilities, and fleet management
• Supporting capital expenditure projects and property management
• Identifying and securing grant funding and R&D tax credits
• Managing construction project finances and controlling costs
• Liaising with external auditors and professional advisors

The Candidate:

We seek a hands-on, commercially astute Finance Director with strong leadership skills and a broad financial management background. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a diverse and growing group of businesses, providing both strategic input and direct leadership.

If interested in this Group Finance Director role or seeking further information, please contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years of experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with individuals and clients across all sectors. Visit our website to explore the latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities.