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A dynamic and growing distribution business in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its Senior Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role in a highly customer-focused organisation with ambitious growth plans and a clear strategy to become a market leader within the next three years. The successful candidate will be both strategic and hands-on - comfortable operating in the detail of an SME environment while influencing stakeholders within a broader corporate framework. This role will work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team to shape commercial strategy, drive performance, and build a finance function capable of supporting significant growth.
Job Responsibility:
Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the development and execution of the business strategy
Provide leadership across all aspects of financial management, governance, and reporting
Build and develop a high-performing finance function, embedding a strong business partnering culture across the organisation
Establish robust, scalable financial processes capable of supporting growth in a fast-paced SME environment
Deliver clear commercial insight to support profitability improvement, investment decisions, and inventory management
Lead the production of monthly management accounts, investor reporting, and statutory accounts
Manage treasury, banking relationships, and balance sheet optimisation to maximise return on investment
Ensure effective financial controls, compliance, and governance frameworks are in place and adhered to
Drive business transformation initiatives and process improvements across finance and the wider organisation
Mentor and develop the finance team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and high performance
Requirements:
Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA
Proven experience in a Finance Director or senior finance leadership role within a growing business
Demonstrable track record of driving business transformation and improving financial processes
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organisation
Experience operating in an SME or entrepreneurial environment, with a hands-on approach
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to build strong relationships across functions
Nice to have:
Experience within Distribution, Manufacturing, or Industrial sectors would be advantageous
Knowledge of US GAAP would be beneficial, but is not essential