A market leading business at the forefront of its sector is seeking an exceptional Group Finance Director on an 18-month fixed-term contract to lead through a pivotal period of strategic expansion and transformation.

This is a high-impact leadership role in a company undergoing rapid change, including M&A, process transformation and systems integrations. Reporting directly to the CFO and working closely with the C-Suite team, you will provide financial leadership, commercial insight, and operational control to help steer the business through this exciting phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead group financial reporting, management accounts, and performance analysis
• Develop and enhance board packs, KPI dashboards, and rolling forecasts
• Support M&A activity including execution, integration, and post-deal performance tracking
• Create and implement a high-impact performance dashboard for operational and financial KPIs
• Drive the budgeting process and support the development of long-term strategic plans
• Oversee tax compliance, treasury, audit processes, and cash flow forecasting
• Manage relationships with lenders and ensure covenant compliance
• Champion system and process improvements, including ERP planning and integration
• Build and develop a high-performing FP&A team
• Collaborate with the wider executive team on business cases, contracts, and strategic decisions

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles within complex businesses
• Proven M&A expertise with hands-on post-acquisition integration success
• Strong operational, technical, and commercial finance capabilities
• Demonstrated success in finance transformation and process improvement initiatives
• Skilled in managing tax, treasury, and audit in a multi-entity environment
• Experience engaging with private equity, senior stakeholders, and board-level leadership

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