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Sector: Financial

Location: Cardiff

Job title: Financial & Commercial Director (Designate)

The position has been filled.

Working closely with the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the financial management & direction of the business, overseeing all financial and IT and administration operations, and driving business growth. They will ensure the company delivers high-quality consultancy services, manages client relationships effectively, and achieves financial objectives. This senior leadership role requires strong decision-making, operational expertise, and a proven ability to inspire and lead teams.

• Develop and implement the company’s financial objectives, mission, and strategic objectives.
• Assist the MD in formulating a Value Creation Plan that identifies new business opportunities and sets long-term growth goals.
• Continuous appraisal of debt structure with a view to early repayment of loans as soon as possible.
• Selection & liaison with 3rd party accountants, lawyers & auditors.
• Responsibility for complying with all financial, tax, and legal obligations required of the company.
• Operational Management: Ensure efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the company & develop and monitor key performance metrics to achieve Company goals.
• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and systems to ensure quality service delivery.
• IT & Administration: Manage all IT services, a key component of the business requiring robust management of software and associated licenses, hardware, and internal & external servers.
• Selection and management of 3rd party IT support to ensure 100% up time and market leading back-up services.
• Development & introduction of single-entry data system managing the business process from quotation of fees to invoicing and cash collection.

Relevant professional accounting qualification & degree in business, management, or a related field.

• Experience: 5+ years experience in a senior managerial role within a growing business
• Skills: Ambitious, determined to succeed at the highest level
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team
• Very strong business acumen and financial management skills
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think strategically and execute operationally
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities