Finance Director
CV-LibraryDartfordpermanentPosted: 11 May 2026
Apply NowAre you a commercially minded finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a growing business?
We are looking for an experienced and driven Finance Director to lead and develop the finance function while helping shape the future direction of the business based in North Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking, leadership capability, and a proactive, hands-on approach.
You will play a key role in driving financial performance, improving processes, strengthening controls, and supporting business growth. The successful candidate will also be passionate about developing teams and modernising finance systems and processes through digitalisation and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all financial operations across the business
Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team to achieve high performance
Provide strategic financial guidance to support business objectives and growth
Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial targets
Oversee monthly and annual IFRS reporting and statutory accounts preparation
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance
Monitor and manage company cash flow and financing activities
Lead credit control activities to improve cash collection and minimise risk
Develop and maintain effective financial systems, controls, policies, and procedures
Drive process improvements and support finance digitalisation initiatives
Manage tax compliance and statutory obligations
Conduct financial analysis, feasibility studies, and investment evaluations
Monitor operational and financial risk across the business
Review contracts, supplier agreements, and commercial terms
Ensure the business meets all financial and legal obligations
Support senior leadership with commercial and strategic decision-making
About You
You will be a qualified finance professional with strong commercial awareness, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to operate both strategically and operationally.
Essential Skills & Experience
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Degree in Accounting & Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline
Previous experience in a FD role or, reached the ceiling in your current company as a Senior FC and looking to make the step up to Director level.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and IFRS reporting
Experience managing budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and compliance
Excellent analytical and numerical skills
Strong leadership and team development capability
What’s on Offer
A good package with salary between £100k - £120k (experience dep.), company car, hybrid working model, private healthcare, life insurance, etc.
Opportunity to influence and shape the finance function
Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment supporting the MD with key decisions
A varied and commercially focused role with strategic input
Chance to lead meaningful process improvement initiatives
If you are an ambitious finance professional looking for your next challenge and want to join a business where you can make a genuine impact, we would love to hear from you
We are looking for an experienced and driven Finance Director to lead and develop the finance function while helping shape the future direction of the business based in North Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking, leadership capability, and a proactive, hands-on approach.
You will play a key role in driving financial performance, improving processes, strengthening controls, and supporting business growth. The successful candidate will also be passionate about developing teams and modernising finance systems and processes through digitalisation and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all financial operations across the business
Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team to achieve high performance
Provide strategic financial guidance to support business objectives and growth
Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial targets
Oversee monthly and annual IFRS reporting and statutory accounts preparation
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance
Monitor and manage company cash flow and financing activities
Lead credit control activities to improve cash collection and minimise risk
Develop and maintain effective financial systems, controls, policies, and procedures
Drive process improvements and support finance digitalisation initiatives
Manage tax compliance and statutory obligations
Conduct financial analysis, feasibility studies, and investment evaluations
Monitor operational and financial risk across the business
Review contracts, supplier agreements, and commercial terms
Ensure the business meets all financial and legal obligations
Support senior leadership with commercial and strategic decision-making
About You
You will be a qualified finance professional with strong commercial awareness, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to operate both strategically and operationally.
Essential Skills & Experience
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Degree in Accounting & Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline
Previous experience in a FD role or, reached the ceiling in your current company as a Senior FC and looking to make the step up to Director level.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and IFRS reporting
Experience managing budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and compliance
Excellent analytical and numerical skills
Strong leadership and team development capability
What’s on Offer
A good package with salary between £100k - £120k (experience dep.), company car, hybrid working model, private healthcare, life insurance, etc.
Opportunity to influence and shape the finance function
Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment supporting the MD with key decisions
A varied and commercially focused role with strategic input
Chance to lead meaningful process improvement initiatives
If you are an ambitious finance professional looking for your next challenge and want to join a business where you can make a genuine impact, we would love to hear from you