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Robert Half is partnering with a privately-owned, values-led business to recruit a Finance Director.
This is a senior leadership opportunity within a well-established, forward-thinking organisation known for its commitment to doing the right thing-for its people, its customers, and the wider community. With strong foundations, a loyal customer base and ambitious plans for growth, the business is now seeking a commercially astute Finance Director to help drive performance and strategic decision-making at Board level.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the owners, this role will take full ownership of the finance function, legal operations, and oversight of business systems and IT. The successful candidate will provide critical support in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation, offering insight and control across commercial planning, financial governance, and risk management. This is a hands-on leadership role with wide-ranging influence across the business.
Responsibilities
- Lead all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audit and payroll
- Deliver commercial insight to support strategic growth and profitability
- Oversee company legal matters, tax compliance, and insurance
- Act as company secretary and DPO, ensuring robust governance and GDPR compliance
- Manage IT and business systems, ensuring reliability and alignment with business needs
- Maintain relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners
- Support the Managing Director with investment planning and commercial decision-making
- Lead and develop a team of finance and IT professionals
What We're Looking For
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with significant post-qualified experience
- A strong leader with experience in a customer facing business
- Commercially focused with a track record of influencing operational and strategic decisions
- Experience overseeing IT systems and wider business operations
- Skilled in stakeholder management, with the ability to engage at Board and shareholder level
- Passionate about values-led leadership and delivering long-term value
What's on Offer
This is a broad and influential Finance Director role in a well-established, purpose-driven business with a strong culture and a clear vision for growth. You will be joining a high-calibre leadership team and taking on a genuinely varied remit, with autonomy to shape the future of the finance function and wider operations. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, alongside a supportive and progressive working environment.
To explore this opportunity in confidence, please apply today.
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