Overview

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with our North Northamptonshire client to recruit an experienced Finance Director. This is a key appointment at an important time for the business, offering the opportunity to play a central role in stabilising, shaping and driving the business forward.

With a turnover of circa £20m, the business has experienced a challenging and transitional 12 months. However, there is a clear and shared commitment from the leadership team to turn performance around and return the business to profitability, creating a genuine opportunity for the right individual to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

The Role

Working closely with a group of four directors, you will act as a trusted financial lead, bringing clarity, structure and direction to the finance function and wider business. This is a role that requires both strength and sensitivity, as you navigate a range of personalities while keeping the business aligned to its overall objectives.

You will lead a small team of four, providing guidance, support and development to ensure they feel empowered and capable during a period of change.

Key Responsibilities 

• Taking full ownership of the finance function, providing clear leadership and direction
• Partnering with the board to support the turnaround strategy and drive a return to profitability
• Delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting to support decision making
• Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management with a focus on improving performance
• Providing commercial insight to identify risks, opportunities and areas for improvement
• Strengthening financial controls, processes and governance across the business
• Managing statutory reporting, tax matters and VAT compliance
• Supporting and developing a finance team of four, creating structure, clarity and confidence
• Building strong, effective relationships with multiple stakeholders across the business

The Candidate

You will be an experienced Finance Director ready to step into a broader leadership role within a dynamic and evolving environment. You will be comfortable operating in situations that require resilience, emotional intelligence and the ability to influence at board level.

You will bring a strong blend of technical expertise and commercial thinking, with a proven ability to support business turnaround or improvement. Just as importantly, you will be someone who can bring calm, clarity and direction, while supporting and developing those around you.

Remuneration 

• Competitive depending on experience
• Bonus up to 20%
• 40 hours per week – Office-based
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.  Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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