Finance Director - CFO Designate

East Midlands Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

As Finance Director – CFO Designate at a fast-growing, customer-focused consumer finance business, you will shape financial strategy and oversee planning, risk, and reporting. You will lead a finance team, partner with senior leadership, and drive growth through insights and robust controls. The role combines strategic finance with hands-on management of capital, liquidity, and regulatory compliance. This position offers the chance to shape the company’s financial trajectory in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.

Pay / Benefits

Competitive salary 150,000–180,000 per annum
Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed)
Flexible working: hybrid (3 days in Midlands office, rest from home)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with objectives
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for accuracy and efficiency
Provide strategic insights to senior leadership to drive growth
Manage financial risks and ensure regulatory compliance
Lead and develop the accounting/finance team
Prepare and present financial reports to stakeholders
Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and performance improvement
Collaborate with other departments to support operations and decision-making
Work with Group on funding strategies, banking relationships, and high-volume transactions to safeguard capital and liquidity

Key requirements

Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
Extensive leadership experience in accounting and finance within a consumer finance or unsecured lending business
Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements
Proven ability to develop and execute financial strategies to drive business success
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Experience in managing and mentoring high-performing teams
Excellent communication and presentation skills to liaise with stakeholders