Finance Director

Finance Director

Hybrid Working (4 days on-site)

Reed is exclusively recruiting for a Finance Director on behalf of our client based in the Medway area.
What an opportunity this is to take full autonomy and control in a senior leadership position within a growing and innovative business.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the chance to shape the financial future of a well-established, international-backed SME with a strong presence in its sector. With full ownership of the finance function and wider operational responsibilities, you will play a critical role in driving strategy, performance, and sustainable growth.

About the Business

Our client is a highly respected and market-leading supplier within its industry, with a turnover of circa £24m and a team of around 60 employees across multiple UK locations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the MD and leadership team to shape and deliver business strategy
• Provide commercial insight to support pricing, investment, and growth decisions
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and increased profitability

Financial Control & Performance

• Oversee monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial controls
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Lead audit processes and maintain strong governance frameworks

Business Partnering & Reporting

• Deliver insightful MI and KPI reporting to drive decision-making
• Analyse financial performance, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools for senior stakeholders

Leadership & Operational Oversight

• Lead and develop the finance function and broader operational teams
• Oversee HR and Health & Safety with external support

Systems & Transformation

• Drive improvements in systems and processes
• Lead a major ERP transformation project over the next 24 months

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the key point of contact for group finance, auditors, and banking partners
• Present financial results, budgets, and investment plans to group stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a senior finance role within an SME environment (£10m–£50m turnover)
• Strong commercial acumen and business partnering ability
• A hands-on leader comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels
• Experience managing teams and driving performance
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
• Experience of ERP implementation or finance transformation

Desirable:

• Background in manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution
• Experience overseeing HR matters

Why Apply?

• True autonomy and ownership of the finance function
• A seat at the leadership table, shaping business strategy
• Opportunity to lead transformation and systems improvement projects
• Work within a growing, forward-thinking organisation backed by an international group
• A broad and varied role with exposure across finance, operations, HR, and strategy

Apply Now

If you’re an ambitious Finance leader looking to step into a high-impact role with real influence and ownership, we’d love to hear from you.

Reed is managing this process on an exclusive basis, so please apply directly to ensure your application is considered.