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Job vacancy - Financial Director
Position: Financial Director
Reference: DHacs1854
Location: Ludlow
Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 per annum
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Director / Financial Controller to join a forward‑thinking and fast‑growing UK‑based business operating within a larger international group.
This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the chance to shape financial strategy, influence decision‑making at senior level, and drive continuous improvement across finance and business operations.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for the financial and administrative functions of a UK business unit, acting as a key partner to the Managing Director and wider leadership team.
This is a highly visible position where you will play a central role in steering business performance, ensuring robust financial controls, and supporting strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee monthly and annual accounts, including group reporting
Deliver cost, profitability, and revenue analysis
Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
Develop and monitor KPIs to support business performance
Strengthen internal controls, processes, and financial governance
Support strategic decision‑making alongside the senior leadership team
Contribute to board‑level discussions
Lead and support projects to improve efficiency, including automation initiatives
Support ongoing development and optimisation of business systems (ERP and reporting tools)
Provide guidance to line managers on finance‑related and administrative HR matters
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Manage and support a small finance team responsible for accounting, payroll, and administrative functions
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the business
Collaborate closely with both local and international leadership teams
Play a key role in shaping company culture and supporting colleagues across departments
About You
Proven experience leading finance in a small to medium‑size UK business (approx. £5m‑£20m turnover)
Strong technical and commercial financial expertise
Qualified or degree‑educated in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar
Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level
Analytical, structured, and solutions‑focused
Collaborative, approachable, and pragmatic
High level of integrity and professionalism
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