Forge Talent are proud to be partnering with a highly successful and rapidly growing SME to appoint an exceptional Finance Director. This is an opportunity to join a cash-rich organisation with ambitious expansion plans, including US market entry and significant CAPEX investment across its infrastructure and sites.
Working closely with the Managing Director, you will operate as a true strategic and commercial partner, helping to shape and deliver the company’s long-term growth strategy. This role sits firmly at board level and is focused on strategy and commercial impact rather than day-to-day finance operations.
You’ll lead a highly capable finance team who manage all BAU activities, giving you the freedom to focus on major strategic initiatives and business growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for a high-calibre Finance Director who wants to play a pivotal role in scaling a business and driving its next phase of success.
The Role Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring operational excellence while you focus on strategic priorities
Act as the No.1 in Finance, working closely with the MD and Board
Lead financial strategy for US expansion projects
Drive and oversee major CAPEX investments across sites and infrastructure
Shape commercial strategies relating to growth, profitability, ROI and market expansion
Use financial insight, systems and data to drive performance and informed decision making
Challenge and influence senior stakeholders and commercial teams
Develop and manage exchange rate strategies within a wholesale import/export environment
Approve and monitor capital expenditure programmes
Manage relationships with external advisors including lawyers, property advisors, pension trustees, insurers and local authorities
About You Proven experience operating as No.1 in Finance within a growing business
Track record as a strategic partner to a Managing Director or CEO
Strong commercial and strategic finance leadership experience
Essential experience within a stock-based environment (wholesale import/export)
Annual bonus
5% company pension contribution
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
If you’re a strategic Finance Director looking to drive growth, influence board-level decisions, and help shape the future of a thriving business, this role offers a genuinely exciting next step.
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