PART TIME FINANCE DIRECTOR (3 days) - This established successful £40m private business - design, manufacture and wholesale of Consumer Goods to the Major Retail sector in the UK and US, has a strong track record of increasing turnover and profitability and is seeking an experienced Part Time Finance Director to play a key role in shaping its future over the next few years. This will be a strategic Finance Director role, working closely with the CEO, Shareholders and Board, to drive growth and profitability and explore exit options for the future. Key elements of the role include: * Develop financial strategies alongside budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling * Identify growth opportunities and develop a finance function accordingly * Manage working capital and liquidity, liaising with banks and invoice discounting providers * Oversee cash flow in a FX environment, managing and mitigating FX risk. * Liaise with advisers, insurance providers, auditors and legal professionals * Present financial performance analysis and commentary, giving guidance at board meetings * Oversee outsourced finance team and develop robust financial reporting * Monitor group spending, identifying cost-saving opportunities to enhance profitability. * Collaborate with group management to create funding strategies, where required. * Build relationships with key customers to ensure timely receipt of revenue. * Ensure a collaborative and results-driven work environment The role is 3 days a week, but some flexibility will be needed (with at least 2 days in London). The ideal candidate for this Part Time Finance Director role will ideally: * Be a Qualified accountant with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience. * Have relevant experience in retail / wholesale / import / export. * Be experienced in working closely with entrepreneurial business owners. * Have experience preparing a business for sale and / or exploring other exits