Divisional Finance Director

Manchester Permanent £110,000 - £120,000 per year View Job Description
The role focuses on delivering strategic financial leadership within a business services environment. Partnering an outstanding MD and playing a leadership role within the division, the role requires an ability to work at pace and top-tier leadership skills.
  • Finance Director opportunity with a heavy commercial focus.
  • Partnering with MD and board to drive forward a £100million division.

About Our Client

Our client is a national private equity backed organisation in a fast-moving segment of the business services industry. The company offers innovative solutions to a range of public and regulated clients.

Job Description

  • Provide strategic financial guidance to enhance business performance.
  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
  • Lead the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
  • Collaborate with senior management to support key business decisions.
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks to safeguard the organisation's assets.
  • Drive process improvements to streamline accounting and finance operations.
  • Manage and mentor the accounting and finance team effectively.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Finance Director should have:

  • Proven experience in financial leadership within the business services industry.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a love of data and transformation.
  • Proficiency in financial systems and tools, able to improve processes and systems in a company built through acquisitions.
  • A results-driven approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • A recognised qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA).

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £110,000 to £120,000 GBP.
  • Compelling STIP and LTIP incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
  • Opportunity to play a key role in the next transaction, likely 2027/8.
Contact
Gareth Davies
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7003644
Phone number
+44 161 829 0408

Job summary

Job function
Executive Search
Subsector
Accounting, Tax & Treasury
Sector
Business Services
Location
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Gareth Davies
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0408
Job reference
JN-042026-7003644