Strategic Finance Director: Scale Growth & Modernize Systems

Oscar Associates Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm based in Leicestershire is looking for a Finance Director to lead major financial systems transitions and strategic oversight. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, leadership experience, and a hands-on approach. Key responsibilities include overseeing cash flow forecasting, serving as a liaison for auditors, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The role offers opportunities for career progression to CFO and has a salary of around £120,000 per year with potential for higher compensation.

Benefits

High levels of ownership

Close working relationships with senior leaders

Opportunity to design financial systems

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with senior financial leadership experience.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong experience in managing systems transitions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.
• Oversee cashflow forecasting and budgeting.
• Lead migration to a new accounting system.

Skills

Leadership in financial technology

Data reconciliation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

A growing financial services firm based in Leicestershire is looking for a Finance Director to lead major financial systems transitions and strategic oversight. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, leadership experience, and a hands-on approach. Key responsibilities include overseeing cash flow forecasting, serving as a liaison for auditors, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The role offers opportunities for career progression to CFO and has a salary of around £120,000 per year with potential for higher compensation.