Group Finance Director

Group Finance DirectorMerseyside

Regional & Remote Working Options£125,000 basic salary + Bonus + Benefits

About Us:

My client delivers service solutions with care across security, cleaning, and recruitment. With a £300m turnover they combine national reach with a personal touch. With a HQ in Merseyside, supported by regional offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, London, and Belfast.

The Role:

As Group Finance Director, you'll be a key member of the senior leadership team - steering strategic financial planning while driving day-to-day financial operations. You'll partner closely with the CEO and Board, bringing both commercial acumen and hands-on expertise to guide our transformation journey.

What's in it for you?

• £125,000 base salary with exceptional benefits
• Executive-level role in a fast-growing, people-first business
• Opportunity to shape and modernise the finance function
• Collaborative, values-led leadership culture
• Impactful role supporting UK and international growth
• Hybrid working options and flexibility

Requirements:

• Proven experience as Finance Director or senior finance leader in a multi-entity, service-led group
• Recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong strategic thinker with commercial awareness and Board-level influence
• Expertise in financial planning, scenario modelling, and statutory reporting
• Skilled in cashflow forecasting, financial controls, and governance
• In-depth knowledge of UK tax and group-wide compliance strategies
• Track record in finance transformation and cloud-based system optimisation (e.g. Sage Intacct)
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management (banks, auditors, advisors)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead long-term financial strategy, aligned to growth targets
• Oversee statutory accounts, reporting, budgeting, and working capital
• Deliver clear financial insight to support commercial decision-making
• Partner with the Commercial Director on forecasting and performance analysis
• Drive automation and improvements across financial systems and reporting
• Embed strong financial governance and risk frameworks
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance leadership team
• Manage external relationships with auditors, banks, and HMRC
• Shape a tax strategy that ensures compliance and efficiency
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board during a key period of transformation

How to Apply:

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