Finance Director
Sector:Financial Services
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£150,000 per annum
Town/City:Leicester
County:Leicestershire
Job ref:39793-2 S15
Post Date:10. 04. 2026
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About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a financial services organisation that is looking to appoint a Finance Director to oversee financial performance and support continued business development. The company is focused on building a strong financial platform to support growth and operational efficiency.
The Role
The Finance Director will take ownership of financial management across the business, working closely with the leadership team to ensure accurate reporting, effective planning, and strong financial oversight. The role will play a key part in supporting business performance and shaping future direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of financial leadership across the organisation
- Support the delivery of business strategy through financial insight
- Oversee financial reporting, planning, and analysis
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring
- Improve financial processes and reporting frameworks
- Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement
- Support decision-making through clear financial analysis
- Maintain effective financial controls and processes
- Manage external relationships including auditors and advisers
- Lead and develop the finance team
Candidate Profile
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
- Experience in a senior finance leadership role within financial services
- Strong background in financial reporting and business partnering
- Commercially aware with a strategic mindset
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills
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