Finance Director

With over 25 years of experience in both practice and industry, this highly skilled finance professional excels in financial management, strategic planning, and operational insight. Operating at a senior management and board level, they have successfully overseen substantial business growth, managed financial operations and driving data analytics to inform decision making. Their expertise in financial modelling, restructuring, and hedging strategies has significantly enhanced business profitability and efficiency, indicating a strong capability to lead and innovate in a dynamic corporate environment.

In addition to their financial acumen, this candidate has demonstrated remarkable leadership skills, developing and expanding finance teams aligned with business goals. They have effectively reduced costs through strategic initiatives, including innovative staffing models and contract negotiations, achieving substantial savings. Their excellent stakeholder management has fostered productive relationships with lenders and partners, reinforcing their role as a key asset in delivering financial success. The combination of robust financial expertise and strategic leadership makes this candidate an ideal fit for any organisation seeking to drive growth and achieve long-term success.

Discover a highly skilled finance leader with over 20 years of industry expertise and a proven track record in strategic financial management. Don't miss the opportunity to bring unparalleled operational insight and commercial acumen to your team. Contact me today to discuss this exceptional candidate.

• Over 25 years of finance experience: 5 years in practice at one of the "big 4", 20 in industry.
• Currently operates at a senior management and board level, leading finance.
• Expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and operational insight.
• Grew a company from 3 to 20+ sites; increased annual revenue from £2.5m to £109m.
• Collaborated with CEO on private equity exits and new investments.
• Led financial modelling and due diligence for strategic initiatives.
• Negotiated debt facility increases, restructuring for dividends, and executed successful hedging strategies.
• Built a robust finance team, increased headcount from 3 to 23.
• Implemented staffing models that significantly reduced agency costs.
• Enhanced financial and operational transparency with effective reporting and forecasting.
• Proficient in systems like Sage Intacct, SAP, and Microsoft Power BI.
• Drove data analytics initiatives for informed decision-making.
• Fellow Chartered Accountant with a First-Class degree.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, proven in various finance roles.
• Strong stakeholder management, team leadership, and commercial acumen.
• Ideal for organisations seeking transformative financial leadership.