Part-Time Finance Director - Financial Services

London Permanent View Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Part-Time Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership to a growing commodities trading business in London (City area).
  • Part-Time Finance Director opportunity in Financial Services
  • Experience in Commodities Trading sector is essential

About Our Client

Growing Commodities / Precious Metals trading business based in the City of London.

Job Description

  • Reporting to the CEO and the Board, you will provide strategic financial leadership and act as a key advisor to the executive team and board on all financial matters:
  • Oversee core finance functions: FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory accounting, and compliance.
  • Lead treasury operations - cash flow management, working capital optimisation, liquidity forecasting, relationships with banks & trade finance
  • Manage commodity-specific financial risks: hedging strategies, mark-to-market accounting, exposure monitoring and P&L attribution
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with relevant accounting standards (IFRS / UK GAAP)
  • Oversee internal controls, risk management frameworks, and compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Support commercial teams on deal structuring, trade finance facilities
  • Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel on audits, tax planning, and corporate finance matters.
  • Drive process improvements, implement or enhance financial systems / ERP tools, and ensure scalability as the business grows.

The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) with strong post-qualification experience
  • 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience
  • At least 5+ years in a senior finance role within commodities trading, trading houses, merchant companies, or related financial services
  • Proven track record in commodities markets, including exposure to physical trading, derivatives, hedging programmes, inventory financing, and/or structured trade finance
  • Experience leading finance teams (even small ones) and working in entrepreneurial / fast-moving trading businesses
  • Familiarity with commodity-specific accounting (e.g., fair value accounting, broker statements, unrealised/realised P&L)



What's on Offer

  • Part Time Hours (approx 20-30 hours per week - negotiable)
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Potential for performance-related bonus or equity
  • Flexible working hours and remote/hybrid options
  • Opportunity to shape finance strategy in a high-growth commodities business
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with direct access to senior leadership
Contact
Mary Cotter
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6955752
Phone number
+44 207 776 5987

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Director / CFO
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mary Cotter
Consultant phone
+44 207 776 5987
Job reference
JN-022026-6955752