Finance Director

Keeler Recruitment is proud to be supporting a privately owned UK group in recruiting an experienced Finance Director. Working closely with the Managing Director, family shareholders and senior leadership team, this is a key role within a well-established organisation that values clarity, steady leadership and good judgement. The environment is professional, collaborative and built on long-standing relationships, with decisions made thoughtfully and without unnecessary complexity.

The position offers the chance to shape financial strategy across a group with diverse interests, guide commercial decisions, and strengthen reporting, controls and cash management. It suits someone who enjoys leading a capable team, bringing structure where it adds value, and providing clear insight to those making operational and strategic choices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial reporting, planning and analysis across the group, ensuring information is reliable, timely and relevant.
• Maintain a clear and forward-looking view of cashflow; manage the relationship with the company's banks and oversee credit facilities.
• Review new and existing contracts, assessing pricing, margin and risk; present balanced, commercially grounded recommendations.
• Strengthen controls, processes and systems - including stock control - to support better visibility and decision-making.
• Oversee statutory accounts, audit and compliance requirements.
• Act as the senior contact for auditors, insurers and advisers.
• Provide direction to the Head of Finance and support the development of the wider team.

About You:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Significant experience as a Finance Director, ideally within a group or multi-entity environment.
• Strong foundation in cashflow planning, banking facilities and performance reporting.
• Comfortable providing clear analysis and recommendations to senior leaders and owners.
• Professional and steady in approach; able to build trust quickly and communicate with clarity.
• Collaborative and approachable, with the ability to work well across different parts of the business.
• Able to balance strategic thinking with the practical realities of a privately owned organisation.

Terms:

• Salary: £100,000 - £130,000
• Office based
• Working pattern: Full-time or part-time (around three days per week)