Permanent
Finance Director
£130000 Per Annum
Baker Charles are currently partnering with an SME B2B media company in helping them source a Finance Director for the team. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the financial strategy of the business. As Finance Director, you will play a key role in scaling operations and supporting strategic decision-making, working closely with the CEO, senior management, and the Board. You will oversee a high-performing finance function, delivering actionable insights that drive operational excellence.
The role will involve the following:
- Establish and maintain efficient financial processes, systems, and teams to ensure timely month end close.
- Annual budgeting and re-forecasting.
- Ensure accurate cashflow forecasting (12 week rolling and longer term) and treasury management.
- Make sure all financial systems ensure robustness, compliance, and scalability for growth
- Maintain timely, accurate KPIs and reporting processes that provide actionable insights, including preparation of the monthly board pack.
- Proactively analyse and improve key business areas by challenging cost bases and seeking improvements on net margin
- Collaborate closely with senior management, owners, and external stakeholders, including banks, to build credibility, foster strong relationships, and secure appropriate financial facilities for growth.
- Contribute to the development of company strategy, challenging assumptions and decision making as appropriate, providing financial analysis and guidance on activities, targets and business drivers.
To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria:
- Someone ambitious looking to step up into their 1st FD role or a proven Finance Director looking for a new challenge
- ACA qualified (first time passes) and good academics
- Scale-up experience (sub-£25m revenue businesses) within B2B media or SAAS
- Solid CV and career history
- Need to have great attention to detail and thorough