ABOUT ME

A commercially minded finance leader with extensive experience overseeing multi-entity organisations and guiding businesses through periods of growth and change. Brings a strong track record in strategic financial planning, operational optimisation, and delivering clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders. Skilled at building and mentoring diverse international teams, enhancing financial controls, and implementing systems that improve accuracy, efficiency, and visibility. Recognised for balancing strategic vision with hands-on leadership and driving continuous improvement across finance functions.

LOOKING FOR

A senior finance role—such as Financial Controller, Finance Director, or similar—within a growing organisation where they can lead financial operations, strengthen reporting structures, and contribute to long-term commercial strategy. Particularly interested in roles that involve multi-entity oversight, system improvements, and close collaboration with operational and leadership teams.

IMPORTANT TO ME

Working within a business that values transparency, collaboration, and clear communication. A culture that supports innovation, invests in technology, and empowers finance to act as a strategic partner. Opportunities to contribute to business direction, improve processes, and mentor developing teams are key priorities.

INTERESTS

Keen interest in organisational development, process improvement, and using technology to streamline financial cycles. Enjoys continuous learning and keeping up to date with evolving accounting standards and tools. Outside of work, values travel, personal development, and time spent exploring new cultures and experiences.

SKILLS

• Strategic financial leadership, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management
• Multi-entity reporting, management accounts, and financial governance
• M&A support, due diligence, and financial restructuring
• Compliance across IFRS, UK & US GAAP, audit, VAT, and tax frameworks
• Business optimisation including automation, process redesign, and ERP implementation
• Strong stakeholder management across investors, boards, banks, and cross-functional teams
• Tools: SAP, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, advanced Excel, Power BI, and various payroll/ERP platforms

WORKING PREFERENCES

• Availability – Immediate
• Salary Expectation Circa £120,000 Per Annum
• Thrives in roles with a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on responsibility. Prefers environments where they can collaborate closely with senior leadership while guiding and developing finance teams.

If you are interested in this candidate, please get in touch with the team at Debbie Burbage Recruitment by emailing debbie@debbieburbage.co.uk