Average Finance Director salary in Peterborough

Role overview ID: 2025-7506Entity: VistryRegion: Vistry East AngliaDepartment: Finance & TaxContract Type: Permanent - Full TimeJob Location: Peterborough, CambridgeshireDate Posted: 23.06.2025 We have a new opportunity for a Finance Director to join our team within Vistry East Anglia, at our Peterborough office. As our Finance Director, you will have ownership of all financial planning, analysis, control and reporting for the region, working alongside other department heads and directors to ensure the objectives contained within the region’s budgets/forecasts are met in a cost-effective manner. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you... Competitive basic salary and annual bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits... In return, what we would like from you... Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and QualityProfessional accountancy qualificationSignificant experience in a senior Finance positionShould ideally have worked at a senior level ideally within a UK construction/housebuilding organisationDemonstrable strong financial management and commercial experience and track record of supporting business growthWell-developed analytical, oral and presentation/communication skillsAbility to formulate financial plans (long term and tactical) and ensure full engagementGravitas and profile to lead at a senior level and able to demonstrate the ability to influence change and build strong financial management within the businessExcellent communicatorLoyal and supportive with surrounding team and a ‘can do’ attitudeShows diplomacy and emotional intelligenceDynamic and able to take a hands-on approach in operational areas outside of their specialismA ‘look up and out’ approach  More about the Finance Director role... Act as a commercial partner to the Regional Managing Director, supporting him/her in all aspects of the management and leadership of the region, also acting as a deputy as required.Act as the financial conscience of the region supporting the Managing Director in appraising proposals and opportunities and ensuring full awareness of all key financial matters.Contribute to the investment appraisal for all land purchases, identifying notable risks and specifically reviewing the proposed house mix, sales prices, build costs and layouts to ensure that the viability has a credible basis.Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts and associated financial analysis in line with agreed timescales and content.Direct and review the budgeting and forecasting process for the region including detailed reviews with members of the regional board of directors. Monitor regional performance against budgets and forecasts.Responsible for all aspects of cash management and forecasting within the Region liaising with other departments, in particular commercial, to ensure the robustness of long-term forecasts, that decisions are made with appropriate cash impact considerations and that there is strong commercial control of our cash in the Region.Develop, control, and implement strategies which enable effective financial control and management over the region and involvement in the improvement of financial process across the Group.On an annual cycle, project manage a strategic review of the region’s three-year strategic plan looking at both the qualitative and quantitative aspects of the plan.Responsibility for land viabilities after the land has been acquired to monitor and report on any changes to the key assumptions made at acquisition.Control general overheads, including the process of order and invoice authorisation within the region. Provide clear leadership, direction and motivation of staff within the department to ensure that work programmes are fulfilled in accordance with the Region’s budgets/forecasts.Contribute effectively to the running of the region through your membership of the regional board of directors.Attend regional Management Team/Board meetings to advise on financial and commercial issues.Attend and be a key contributor to monthly CVR meetings to ensure adherence to our policies and processes and critical review of value and cost to complete assumptions.Ensure that the team is aware of its progress towards achieving the Region’s financial targets and if practicable, influence accordingly.A positive contribution towards the planned expansion of the Region/Company, with particular emphasis upon increased profits and return on capital employed, and the setting of the appropriate budgets and development of forecasts.Management of JV relationships, agreements, and financial commitments, working to not only our internal financial calendar, but also the requirements of the JV financial year. Adhering to governance within the JV and preparation of stat accounts.  Key linkage to the Division with significant interaction with Divisional Managing Director and Divisional Finance Director.Key linkage to Group with significant interaction with Group Finance Director and Group Financial Controller. Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us... We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empowerus to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private ho

Your new companyWe're exclusively partnered with a successful SME based in Peterborough who are looking to appoint a newly-created Finance Manager role to their busy finance team. The business has been through an exciting period of change and, as they are poised for future growth, are looking to build out their finance function with this position.Your new roleSupporting the Finance Director, you will take responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day running of the finance function, with core duties spanning management and statutory accounts preparation, KPI reporting, preparing VAT returns and having oversight of payroll submissions, accounts payable and accounts receivable. Alongside this, there will be some interesting projects to take on too, that will see you support on an upgrade of the systems and processes across the finance function.What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, we're looking for an experienced Accountant to join the business who can demonstrate a wide-ranging skill set across both management and financial accounting. You will be able to demonstrate a good level of commercial understanding and have experience of managing a small team too. What you'll get in returnIn return, the package on offer includes: £55,000 - £60,000 salary28 days holiday plus bank holidays9am - 5:30pm or equivalentOffice-BasedOpportunity to work with a supportive FD in a growing business What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Cobalt is supporting a respected residential and commercial property organisation with the search for a Part Qualified FP&A Analyst to join their finance function on a fixed-term basis to cover leave. This opportunity has arisen as part of a strategic initiative to enhance the insight and efficiency delivered by the finance team. The role will involve a mix of monthly reporting tasks, budgeting and forecasting, and performance analysis. It's a hybrid position based in Peterborough and offers the chance to play a key role in supporting financial decision-making. Key Areas of Responsibility: Assist in producing month-end financials, ensuring cost allocations are correct and adjustments such as accruals and depreciation are accurately recordedCreate and present analysis that sheds light on trends, variances, and key performance metricsWork with internal stakeholders to compile accurate forecasting dataContribute to the preparation and consolidation of budgetsTake on ad hoc requests to support improvements in reporting processes and data integrity using available financial systems and tools Adaptability is essential, as tasks may vary depending on ongoing projects and business priorities. Ideal Candidate Profile: Available immediately or at short noticeWorking towards a recognised accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA), or already AAT qualified and keen to progressFamiliarity with up-to-date accounting standardsPrevious experience within a corporate, professional services, or partnership-based finance team is advantageousExposure to ERP systems and reporting software like Jet or Power Pivot would be highly beneficialStrong numerical accuracy, with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information effectivelyGood working knowledge of Excel and the wider MS Office suiteA collaborative approach, with confidence to work independently when required Benefits and Working Environment: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageAccess to a range of flexible perks including additional leave options, health initiatives, and commuting schemesHybrid working structure: 3 days per week in the Peterborough office, with remote working on remaining daysOpen to applicants looking for part-time flexibility or other adjustments, which can be discussed upon application If this sounds like you please apply today!