Finance Director
Location: Lancashire
Reporting to: Managing Director
Our client is seeking a commercially focused and strategic Finance Director to lead its finance function. This is a high-impact, executive-level role offering full ownership of financial strategy, performance, and governance. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a critical role in driving profitability, supporting business transformation, and enabling future growth.
To be successful you will have led a finance transformation within a fast-paced business, maximising value for shareholders. Prior experience of driving international growth would also be beneficial.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
* Develop and deliver the financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives
* Lead finance transformation initiatives, including structural and process improvements
* Provide insight, analysis, and challenge to support strategic decision-making
* Partner with senior stakeholders to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability
Commercial Finance
* Lead pricing, margin optimisation, and profitability analysis
* Support contract negotiations and supplier agreements
* Identify opportunities to enhance revenue and reduce costs
* Present financial performance and insights to senior leadership and board stakeholders
Financial Management & Reporting
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
* Ensure timely and accurate production of financial reports
Governance & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements
* Maintain strong internal controls and risk management frameworks
* Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors
Leadership
* Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance team
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
* Drive systems and process improvements across the finance function
Skills & Experience
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Proven experience in a number 1 in finance role
* Strong track record of leading finance transformation initiatives
* Commercially astute with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
* Experience operating in complex, fast-paced environments
* Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
* Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
Personal Attributes
* Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
* High level of integrity and professionalism
* Results-driven with strong attention to detail
* Collaborative and influential leader
* Adaptable and resilient
What's on Offer
* True #1 finance role with full ownership and autonomy
* Opportunity to shape financial strategy within an established and evolving business
* High-impact position during a period of transformation
* Visible leadership role with board-level exposure
* Collaborative and ambitious working culture
* Competitive salary and benefits package
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates