Average Finance Director salary in South West England

Are you a commercially focused Finance Director looking for your next challenge or perhaps a Finance Controller frustrated at your current employer with a limited chance of progression or development? We're working with an established privately owned business with the recruitment of a Finance Director. In a visible role, you'll lead a small finance team playing a key role as the business continues to consolidate and further build on its success. Although the finance team is there to support you, you'll be as comfortable in a hands-on role as you would be at the board table adept in all things strategic planning, operation & process management and financial analysis with a passion for developing innovative financial models, systems, and KPI metrics. Whether you're looking for your next director role or that step up in your career, you'll be able to demonstrate a broad range of experience gained within the hospitality or travel sectors at the luxury end of the market. Your experience will be supported by a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). In terms of working pattern, a blended remote/hybrid approach is on offer as there are several offices where on ooccasion, you'll be required to have a presence. Most likely you'll be based a reasonable commute into West London. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only, and was set by the agency. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of their diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Finance Director for a growing manufacturing SME based near Merthyr. The Finance Director is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the business. The Finance Director will be a key member of the senior management team, providing strategic financial guidance and ensuring robust financial controls. This role requires a hands-on, commercially focused individual with experience in a fast-paced, robust PE-backed environment. Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Strategy: Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives and PE investor expectations.Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to the MD and senior management team. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the production of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.Manage the relationship with external auditors and ensure compliance with all accounting standards. Cash Flow Management & Working Capital: Manage cash flow and working capital to optimise liquidity and support business operations. Manufacturing Specific Financial Management: Provide financial analysis of manufacturing costs, including variance analysis, and drive cost reduction initiatives.Manage inventory valuation and control processes. PE Relationship Management: Act as the primary point of contact for the PE investor on financial matters.Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to the PE investor. Qualifications & Experience: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience as a Finance Director or senior finance manager in a manufacturing SME environment, ideally within a PE-backed business. 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.

We are working with our client a leading e-commerce Corporate Services Group experiencing 20% YOY growth. They are currently seeking a commercially-minded Finance Director to join their growing team. This role offers an attractive salary range of £110,000-£120,000 and is based in the heart of central London in The key remits to this Finance Director role will include; Control the finance function of the group of companiesEstablish company-wide financial objectives and develop budgetsBe fully responsible for financial reporting, management accounts, budgets, cashflow forecasts and controls.Prepare management accounts on a monthly basis with cost analysisEngage with department heads to understand cost-base and implement cost-reduction processLiaise with advisory accountants for tax optimisationEnsure smooth operation of the Finance department alongside 2 finance assistants. They successful candidate will have; Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or similar qualification with relevant experienceMinimum of 4-5 years experience in a finance leadership role overseeing a finance function.Proficiency in Xero and Excel; experience with other accounting systems preferredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail, time management, multitasking, and prioritisation skills If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, the role will pay £110,000-£120,000 + wider benefits including private medical. The role will be 5 days office based in central London with working hours 9-5.30. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates