Finance Director

We are seeking an experienced Finance Director to oversee the financial management of a diverse group of companies operating across property investment, development, renewable energy and farming.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in managing day-to-day finance operations, supporting strategic decisions, maintaining strong financial controls and contributing to the continued growth of the group.

We are open to candidates with substantial senior financial management experience who may not be professionally qualified, as well as ambitious finance professionals ready to step up into a broader leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day banking, cash flow and liquidity across multiple companies.
• Oversee rental income, landlord costs, property acquisitions and disposals.
• Manage weekly payroll for 5 employees and monthly payroll for 10 employees.
• Monitor loan covenants, manage lender relationships and renew finance facilities.
• Liaise with managing agents to ensure rent reviews are processed.
• Manage and support the bookkeeper and sales/purchase ledger assistant.
• Approve and process monthly supplier payment runs using Modulr/Sage Supplier Payments.
• Review trial balance and annual accounts before submission to the external accountant.
• Ensure VAT, PAYE, corporation tax, pension contributions, SDLT and other liabilities are accurately calculated and paid on time.
• Provide accounting and tax guidance to the operations team.
• Attend weekly and monthly strategy meetings, updating forecasts and agreeing capital expenditure (CAPEX).
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and business performance.

About You

• Significant experience in a senior financial management role, ideally across multiple companies.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50, Sage Payroll and Microsoft Excel.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience managing a small finance team.
• Strong cash flow management, financial reporting and compliance skills.
• A confident communicator who can work closely with senior management and operational teams.
• Property sector experience would be a significant advantage but is not essential for the right candidate.
• A professional accounting qualification is welcome but not essential; relevant experience and commercial ability are key.

What We Offer

• Salary up to £75,000 to £80,000, depending on experience.
• Discretionary bonus linked to overall group performance.
• Private healthcare through BUPA or equivalent.
• Pension through The People's Pension at standard employer contribution rates, with optional salary sacrifice.
• 31 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
• City centre parking included.
• The opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and make a meaningful contribution to the success of a growing, diverse group of companies.