Job Description
Finance Director
Doncaster, England, United Kingdom
Salary- £90,000- £100,000
Company wide bonus
Description
A long-established and growing business within the construction and industrial products sector is seeking a commercially astute Finance Director to join their close-knit, supportive team based in Doncaster.
As Finance Director you will lead the finance function. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational responsibility, ensuring robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and insightful decision support to drive business performance.
The successful candidate will act as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to long-term strategy while maintaining ownership of day-to-day financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to shape and execute the company’s financial strategy
- Provide high-quality financial analysis and insights to support decision-making, growth initiatives, and investment opportunities
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Drive business performance through KPI development, monitoring, and reporting
- Support fundraising, investor relations, and strategic transactions (e.g., M&A, restructuring)
Financial Management & Control
- Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cash flow management
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations
- Manage audit processes and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies
- Ensure tax efficiency and compliance across all jurisdictions
- Identify and mitigate financial risks, including currency fluctuations, interest rate exposure, and credit risk.
Operational & Hands-On Responsibilities
- Take a hands-on role in the preparation and review of financial statements and management accounts
- Improve and streamline financial systems, processes, and reporting tools
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and cost control initiatives
- Support operational teams with financial guidance and analysis
- Troubleshoot financial issues and provide practical solutions in a fast-paced environment
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
Build a high-performance culture within the finance function
Ensure appropriate structure, resources, and succession planning
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role (Finance Director level)
Experience in family-owned SMEs in a relevant industry sector will be a distinct advantage.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level
Proven track record of both strategic planning and hands-on financial management
Experience in scaling businesses, transformation, or change environments is advantageous
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strong systems knowledge (ERP systems, financial modelling, advanced Excel)
Overall, a successful finance Director should possess a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strategic mindset to effectively manage a company’s financial affairs. Additionally, adaptability and the ability to work in a dynamic and often high-pressure environment are key attributes for this role.
- Hours - Monday- Friday 8am-5pm
- Work from home x2 days per week
- Salary- £90,000- £100,000
- Company wide bonus scheme
- Pension Contribution
- 28 days holiday
- Birthday off
- Team celebrations, lunches, Street food stalls, early finish etc
- Employee of the month
- Supportive, caring culture
