Head of Finance (No1 role)

Job Description We're currently partnering with ahigh-growth, highly profitable FMCG / retail distribution businesswith an international footprint to appoint aHead of Finance a trueNo.1 finance rolereporting directly to a highly commercial and driven Managing Director.nnThis is a key leadership position for a senior finance professional who wants to operate at the heart of a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business and play a critical role in shaping its next phase of growth.nnAs Head of Finance, you will take full ownership of the finance function and act as a trusted commercial partner to the MD and wider leadership team. You will be responsible for both strategic and operational finance, driving performance, insight and decision-making across the business.nnKey responsibilities include:nnntLeading the overall financial strategy of the businessntProviding commercial insight to support growth and profitabilityntBudgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planningntCashflow management and working capital optimisationntDeveloping financial systems, reporting and controlsntLeading, mentoring and building a high-performing finance teamntSupporting international operations and expansion plansnnnThe CandidatennThis opportunity will suit acommercial, ambitious, hands-on finance leaderwho thrives in high-growth, fast-paced environments and enjoys being close to the business.nnYou are likely to be:nnntA current or aspiringHead of Finance / Finance DirectorntFully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)ntExperienced withinFMCG, retail, distribution or a similar commercial sectorntCommercially minded with strong business partnering skillsntComfortable operating as a No.1 finance lead in an entrepreneurial settingntAmbitious, proactive and confident influencing senior stakeholdersnnnThis role offers:nnntA genuine seat at the leadership tablentDirect influence on business strategy and growthntA dynamic, high-performance culturentSignificant autonomy and visibilitynnn

Created: 2026-04-23