via Reed · 25 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Finance Director Designate

Greenwell Gleeson
Wolverhampton Full-time GBP 65,000 – 80,000
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On an exclusive basis, greenwellgleeson are recruiting for a No.1 Financial Controller role within a growing SME, offering clear progression to Finance Director.

Working closely with the Directors, this is a hands-on and commercially focused position with responsibility for leading the finance function, improving processes and providing insight to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the monthly management accounts, providing accurate reporting and commercial insight.

  • Maintain strong financial controls, balance sheet integrity and reconciliations.

  • Lead and develop the finance and administration team

  • Manage cash flow, working capital and credit risk.

  • Partner with Directors on margins, pricing, profitability and business performance.

  • Drive improvements to finance systems, processes and reporting.

  • Gradually take on wider FD responsibilities, including strategic planning, board reporting and external stakeholder management.

About You
  • Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with strong SME finance experience.

  • Commercially minded with strong financial control, cash flow and working capital knowledge.

  • Proven team leadership and development experience.

  • Hands-on, proactive and confident partnering with senior stakeholders.

  • Strong systems and process improvement mindset.

  • Ambitious to progress into a Finance Director role and make a significant impact on the growth of the business.

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