Finance Director

Finance Director

Preston

£95,000 per annum + Benefits

Permanent

We are working with a dynamic and growing SME in the FMCG sector, based in Preston, to recruit an experienced Finance Director. This is a key strategic hire, offering a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business at a pivotal stage of its journey. As Finance Director, you will report directly to the Managing Director and play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy of the business. You'll be a hands-on leader who can manage day-to-day finance operations while contributing to the broader commercial direction of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the finance function, including financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and compliance
• Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, driving commercial decision-making
• Support business planning and strategic initiatives with financial modelling and analysis
• Reviewing the current processes within the finance function, making improvements and recommendations where necessary to contribute to a more efficient department
• Maintain robust financial controls and improve systems and processes
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and cost management
• Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and investors
• Manage and develop a small finance team

The ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within FMCG or a product-led SME
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence strategic decisions
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Excellent leadership and communication skills

In return you will receive:

• £95,000 per annum
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working - 2 days at home, 3 days in office
• Bonus potential
• Excellent pension
• Other benefits such as private healthcare, dental, salary sacrifice schemes etc
• Employee centric organisation with a fantastic culture

Interested? Please click apply now to be considered for this role!