Job Description
* Circa £150K + Bonus + Benefits
* Liverpool
* Professional Services Background of particular interest
Broster Buchanan Executive search are partnering with our small to medium sized client - a firm with a rich heritage in Liverpool and an impeccable reputation - to appoint a strategic FD with an Entrepreneurial mindset.The organisation has enjoyed sustained growth and this growth trajectory continues. An exciting time to join this firm and be part of a first-class executive team, this role reports directly to the MD and has very real potential to quickly develop in to CFO. deliverables of the role include:Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Commercial Leadership
* Taking full ownership of financial leadership across the organisation, shaping strategy, enhancing operational efficiency, and providing clear commercial guidance at senior level. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a complex, high-volume, client-centric professional services environment.
* Leading the development of the company’s financial strategy, working closely with the Board to drive sustainable growth.
* Translating financial insight into commercially meaningful recommendations.
* Guiding long-term planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
Financial Operations & Control
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, and financial reporting.
* Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and swift month-end processes.
* Lead the enhancement of financial systems, automation, and reporting tools.
Business Partnering
* Work with operational leaders to strengthen profitability and support performance improvement.
* Provide commercial insight on pricing, service efficiency, and client behaviour.
* Evaluate business cases for operational improvements and technology investment.
Leadership & Team Development
* Manage and develop the finance team, supporting upskilling and continuous improvement.
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader within a professional services or similarly complex client-driven environment.
* Strong technical accounting background with a commercial mindset.
* Track record of improving financial processes, reporting systems, and forecasting capabilities.
* Confident operating at Board level and influencing strategic decisions.
* Experience leading, coaching, and developing finance teams.
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
If you would like to understand more about this exceptional opportunity, please apply here/contact me directly for a confidential conversation.