Finance Director

Alexander Daniels have exclusively partnered with an ambitious and fast-growing business based in Staffordshire, who are seeking a Financial Director to join its senior leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to take on a pivotal role in a privately owned, high-growth organisation with a clear vision for global expansion and long-term success.

💼 About the Role

As Financial Director, you will lead the finance function across the UK and international operations, supporting the CEO and executive team in delivering strategic growth. You’ll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, cashflow, treasury, audit, legal, and capital planning, while managing relationships with external stakeholders including lenders, auditors, and legal advisors.

You’ll be responsible for scaling the financial infrastructure to support international expansion, leading a small UK-based team, and playing a key role in shaping the future of the business.

🌍 The Business

The company operates in a niche consumer goods sector and has experienced consistent double-digit growth, with plans to exceed £30m in revenue and expand globally over the next five years. It is known for its innovation, strong brand positioning, and collaborative culture, where employees are empowered and equity participation is encouraged.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team and structure across multiple jurisdictions
• Deliver accurate monthly and annual financial reporting
• Manage complex cashflow cycles and treasury operations
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Support capital planning and funding initiatives
• Drive improvements in financial systems and processes
• Partner with supply chain and commercial teams to optimise performance

👤 About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with 15+ years’ experience
• Background in both practice and industry, ideally within a scaling SME
• Experience with external funding, capital partners, and financial planning
• Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership style
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, informal, and entrepreneurial environment
• Strong communicator with the ability to challenge and influence at senior level

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive and scalable salary
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme

If you’re a commercially minded finance leader ready to help shape the future of a growing international business, we’d love to hear from you.