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Broster Buchanan Executive search are partnering with our small to medium sized client – a firm with a rich heritage in Liverpool and an impeccable reputation – to appoint a strategic FD with an Entrepreneurial mindset. The organisation has enjoyed sustained growth and this growth trajectory continues. An exciting time to join this firm and be part of a first-class executive team, this role reports directly to the MD and has very real potential to quickly develop in to CFO.
Job Responsibility:
Taking full ownership of financial leadership across the organisation, shaping strategy, enhancing operational efficiency, and providing clear commercial guidance at senior level
Leading the development of the company’s financial strategy, working closely with the Board to drive sustainable growth
Translating financial insight into commercially meaningful recommendations
Guiding long‑term planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, and financial reporting
Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and swift month‑end processes
Lead the enhancement of financial systems, automation, and reporting tools
Work with operational leaders to strengthen profitability and support performance improvement
Provide commercial insight on pricing, service efficiency, and client behaviour
Evaluate business cases for operational improvements and technology investment
Manage and develop the finance team, supporting upskilling and continuous improvement
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader within a professional services or similarly complex client‑driven environment
Strong technical accounting background with a commercial mindset
Track record of improving financial processes, reporting systems, and forecasting capabilities
Confident operating at Board level and influencing strategic decisions
Experience leading, coaching, and developing finance teams
Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)