Sheridan Maine is partnering on an exclusive basis with a long-established and highly reputable organisation to recruit a Finance Director for a senior, board-level position in West Dorset. This Finance Director job offers a rare opportunity to join a successful business in a strategic finance leadership role, combining commercial finance, operational oversight, and board-level influence. Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping business performance, driving financial strategy, and supporting long-term growth. This opportunity is ideal for a hands‑on Finance Director, Financial Controller stepping up, or senior finance leader seeking a broad, high‑impact role within a collaborative environment.
The Role – Finance Director (FD)
As Finance Director, you will take full ownership of the finance function while contributing to wider business operations. This is a highly visible FD role requiring both strategic thinking and day‑to‑day financial leadership.
- Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
- Delivering accurate and timely management accounts and financial reporting
- Providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support decision‑making
- Partnering with the Board to drive business strategy and performance
- Supporting business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency
- Maintaining strong financial controls, governance, and compliance
Finance Director Responsibilities
- Overall responsibility for financial management, cash flow, and reporting cycles
- Business partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic financial insight
- Managing banking relationships, funding arrangements, and covenant reporting
- Oversight of property, leases, and commercial agreements
- Responsibility for supplier contracts, cost control, and overhead management
- Supporting HR processes and people strategy alongside external advisors
- Driving continuous improvement across finance systems, processes, and controls
- Collaborating on IT systems, operational efficiency, and business transformation
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety, legal, and regulatory requirements
Finance Director Requirements
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
- An experienced Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Financial Controller ready to step up
- Proven in leading a finance function within a multi‑site or complex business
- A strong commercial finance professional with strategic insight
- Confident operating at Board level, able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders
- Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
- A collaborative leader with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable managing a broad, hands‑on finance leadership role
Why Apply for this Finance Director Role
- Senior board‑level Finance Director position with real influence
- Broad role combining strategic finance and operational leadership
- Opportunity to join a stable, well‑established business
- Collaborative and supportive senior leadership team
- Chance to drive business improvement, growth, and change initiatives
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
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