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Financial Director

Posted: Nov 1, 2025

Job Description

Are you a strategic and commercially minded finance leader ready to take on a high-impact role within a global FMCG organisation?We’re supporting a leading international consumer goods group in appointing a Finance Director to lead their UK business, a key position within a fast-paced, performance-driven and collaborative environment.The RoleAs Finance Director, you’ll sit on the UK leadership team and act as the right hand to the UK MD. You will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, enabling growth, and ensuring the integrity and performance of the UK business.This is a rare blend of commercial finance leadership and strategic partnership, offering genuine influence on the UK operations. You’ll lead a capable local finance team spanning business partnering, FP&A, and Commercial Finance, while working closely with Group and Shared Services colleagues to deliver best-in-class reporting, compliance, and insight.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the UK Finance function, providing strategic direction and financial insight to support commercial decision-making.Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to drive profitability, optimise pricing and investment decisions, and identify growth opportunities.Oversee all FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, long-term planning, and performance management.Ensure compliance with UK and Group accounting standards, statutory reporting, tax, and audit requirements.Work closely with the regional Shared Services Centre to deliver efficient R2R, P2P, and VAT processes.Champion working capital improvement, cost control, and ROI discipline.Mentor, coach, and develop a small but high-performing finance team.What’s on OfferA high-profile leadership role in a globally recognised FMCG group.Hybrid working and a supportive, inclusive, and fast-moving culture.The chance to partner closely with a European leadership team and gain exposure to Group-level strategy.Excellent career development potentialThis is a rare opportunity to shape the financial direction of a growing UK business while working as part of a global success story.If you’re an ambitious finance leader looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

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