Group Finance Director/CFO

£120,000 to £140,000 per annum

Date Posted: Friday 10 April 2026

, Ref: 201

An opportunity has arisen for a Group Finance Director to join a group of small, established, and consistently profitable businesses based in the North East. This permanent position offers strategic and operational leadership across multiple entities, supporting continued growth and financial stability.

The Company
The organisation is a well-established group with a strong track record of profitability and resilience. Operating across several complementary business units, it benefits from a stable customer base and a reputation for quality and reliability within its sectors.

The Role
The Group Finance Director will lead the finance function across the group, providing strategic direction and ensuring robust financial governance. Responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, and supporting commercial decision-making. The role will work closely with senior leadership to drive performance, identify growth opportunities, and enhance financial controls and processes.

Experience Required

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within a multi-entity environment
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level
  • Experience of managing and developing finance teams
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and strategic planning skills

Remuneration
A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, commensurate with experience, alongside the opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing success of a profitable and growing group.

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