Average Finance Director salary in the UK

Are you a strategic financial leader ready to drive transformation and long-term business success? Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Finance Director to join our client's senior leadership team. As a Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of this well-established Manufacturing business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll lead the finance function, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver strategic insights that support business growth and operational excellence. This is a hands-on role requiring exceptional leadership, strong commercial acumen, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Responsibilities: Lead and execute the company's financial strategy in alignment with growth objectivesOversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processesDeliver robust financial reporting and ensure compliance with statutory and company policiesPartner with the Group on monthly consolidations and group reportingProvide commercial insight and strategic analysis at board levelManage financial risks, working capital, and cash flowLead and develop the finance team to foster a high-performance cultureEvaluate investment opportunities and support M&A activity through due diligenceDrive ERP improvements in partnership with internal and external stakeholdersManage stock integrity and valuation to support operational efficiency Requirements Qualified Finance professional (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)Proven Financial Controller or Finance Director experience gained within Manufacturing, Engineering, or a similar industry is essentialStrategic thinker with strong commercial acumenHands-on leadership style with the ability to engage across all levels What's on offer: £100,000 basic salary, plus car and bonus, and a range of additional benefits. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.

Finance Director, Milton Keynes, Hybrid working£90- £100kpa plus benefits On behalf of our client, a respected and forward-thinking charitable Trust, we are pleased to invite applications for the role of Finance Director. This is a pivotal leadership position, offering the opportunity to support the Chief Executive and Board in delivering the Trust's Strategic Plan across the charity and its subsidiaries. The successful candidate will bring strategic financial insight, a collaborative leadership style, and a strong commercial mindset - including oversight of a significant property portfolio. Working closely with the Property Director, the Finance Director will play a key role in maximising long-term investment returns to support the Trust's mission and sustainability.The Finance Director will be a key member of the senior leadership team, working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees, and wider executive colleagues. Responsibilities include:* Leading the strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the charity and its subsidiaries.* Providing high-quality financial analysis and advice to support decision-making and long-term sustainability.* Ensuring robust financial controls, compliance with regulatory and statutory obligations, and effective risk management.* Supporting the delivery of the Trust's Strategic Plan by aligning financial strategy with organisational objectives.* Managing the Trust's financial operations, including oversight of accounting, reporting, audit, tax, and treasury functions.* In conjunction with the Property Director, monitoring the performance of the Trust's commercial property portfolio and supporting its active management to maximise investment returns.* Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, and funding bodies.* Leading and developing a high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.We are seeking a strategic, commercially minded finance leader with:* A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and substantial post-qualification experience.* A successful track record in a senior financial leadership role, gained in the charitable, public, or private sector.* Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with experience managing complex financial operations and contributing at board level.* An understanding of, or genuine interest in, the charitable sector and the role of finance in delivering social impact.* Experience working with investment portfolios and/or property assets would be advantageous.* Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.* A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with the ability to foster inclusive teams and decision-making environments.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

We are partnering with a leading manufacturer in the FMCG sector, known for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, to recruit a Director of Finance. This is a 'number one' position and will play a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and performance of the manufacturing facility based in Newport, South Wales.Responsibilities Include: Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to support commercial decision-making.Manage the financial accounting and reporting processes for the business unit, ensuring the integrity of financial information and analysisMaintain and govern the internal financial control environment to minimise risk and meet business objectives.Lead the finance team, driving performance, talent management, and adherence to the company's values and competenciesCoordinate the business unit's accounting, forecasting, and planning processes Skills and Attributes: ACA/CIMA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience in a FMCG or complex manufacturing environmentStrong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and influencing abilities to work effectively across functionsExperience in managing a finance team and driving process improvementsProficient in using financial systems and software, with SAP experience highly desirable. What's on offer: £100,000 - £110,000 + benefits to include car allowance and bonus.If you are an experienced finance professional with a passion for driving business performance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Director of Finance role.Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.