Job Description
Finance Director | £110,000 – £120,000 + Bonus + Long-Term Incentive Potential | Stafford (Primarily Office-Based with Flexibility)Construction / Subcontracting | Senior Leadership Role in a High-Growth SMEAre you a commercially focused Finance Director with a background in construction or subcontracting? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in an ambitious, fast-growing business with a clear plan to scale?We’re partnering with a design-led subcontractor based in Stafford. With a plan to double their turnover, they deliver high-spec commercial solutions for some of the UK’s most prestigious build projects. The business is well-established, values-led, and poised for the next phase of growth following significant investment and office refurbishment.They’re now looking for a strategic yet hands-on Finance Director to join their senior leadership team and help steer that growth.The Role Reporting to the Managing Director, you’ll lead the finance function while also acting as a trusted strategic partner to the board. Key responsibilities include:
* Full ownership of financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
* Overseeing cost-to-complete, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR), and CIS processes
* Supporting commercial decision-making with accurate job costing and margin analysis
* Managing cashflow, risk, and compliance, while driving financial performance
* Developing systems, controls, and people as the business scales
* Partnering closely with operations and commercial teams to ensure alignment and delivery
What We’re Looking For You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with:
* Experience in construction, subcontracting, or project-based industries
* Strong understanding of CVRs, CIS, and dealing with main contractors
* Experience operating at or near board level in a growing business
* A track record of driving improvement and supporting strategic scale-up
* A hands-on approach, strong work ethic, and a sense of humour
* Someone who values teamwork, embraces change, and leads by example
What’s on Offer
* Salary of £110,000 to £120,000, depending on experience
* Bonus and long-term incentive potential
* Benefits package
* Primarily office-based in Stafford, with flexibility where needed
* The chance to shape the finance function in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment
* A collaborative culture that values innovation, ownership, and drive
If you're looking to make a real impact in a business that’s going places — and want to be part of the journey that doubles the size of the business and beyond — we’d love to hear from you.Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.