We are seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and commercial insight. This hands‑on role is ideal for someone who thrives in a growing SME and wants to influence decision‑making, improve processes and support business growth. Based in Thame, with a hybrid working model.
Client Details
Our client is a small company experiencing rapid growth and investment. As the business continues to expand across the UK and internationally, they are looking for a commercially minded individual to lead the finance function and help drive strategic growth.
Description
Finance Director Key Responsibilities
Commercial Finance
- Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
- Drive pricing, profitability and margin improvement initiatives.
- Evaluate investment opportunities and business cases.
- Support international financial planning as overseas operations expand.
Financial Management
- Lead the finance function and manage the Bookkeeper.
- Produce monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
- Oversee cash flow, working capital and KPI reporting.
- Monitor profitability and identify performance trends and anomalies.
Financial Control
- Maintain robust financial controls and compliance.
- Manage month-end and year-end processes.
- Liaise with external accountants and auditors.
- Oversee VAT, tax compliance and balance sheet reconciliations.
Operational Responsibilities
- Oversee AP, AR, credit control and payroll.
- Improve financial systems, reporting and process automation.
- Support ERP and accounting system optimisation.
Profile
- Essential* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.* Experience in a similar senior finance role.* Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards.* Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills.* Experience of international trading and multi-currency accounting.* Experience with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar.* Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.* Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non‑financial stakeholders.
- Personal Attributes* Commercially minded.* Highly organised and methodical.* Proactive and solutions focused.* High attention to detail.* Trustworthy with strong professional integrity.* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, growing business.* Continuous improvement mindset.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working
- Modern offices in Thame, Oxfordshire with on‑site parking.
- Opportunity to influence the growth of an expanding international business
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Career progression as the business continues to grow
This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of a growing business operating in an international market. You’ll work closely with the leadership team, helping shape financial strategy while improving processes and supporting ambitious growth plans. If you’re looking for a role where your work has real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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