GRG Executive Search is partnering with a progressive and ambitious SME, based in Warwickshire, that has experienced exceptional growth over recent years, with exciting plans to continue this trajectory. As Finance Director, you will become a key member of the senior leadership team, working closely with the Board ensuring the finance function supports sustainable, long-term growth.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys combining strategic thinking with operational excellence.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Board, you will lead a well-established finance team of nine and take full ownership of the company''s financial strategy, performance and governance. You will provide commercial insight to support key business decisions while ensuring robust financial controls, compliance and reporting across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and delivering the company''s financial strategy in line with business objectives.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to the Board, providing commercial and strategic financial insight.
• Leading, developing and mentoring a finance team of nine.
• Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning.
• Producing accurate and timely management and statutory reporting.
• Driving financial performance through insightful analysis and KPI reporting.
• Ensuring effective financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance.
• Managing relationships with external auditors, banks, insurers and other stakeholders.
• Supporting business growth initiatives, investment decisions and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance systems, processes and operational efficiency.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be an accomplished finance professional with a proven track record of operating at senior leadership level within the construction sector.

You will possess:

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Previous Finance Director, Financial Controller, Head of Finance or equivalent senior finance leadership experience.
• Essential experience within the construction industry.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decision-making.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence operating at Board level.
• A hands-on approach, balanced with the ability to think strategically.
• A passion for driving business improvement and supporting ambitious growth.

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