Simpson Judge are partnered with a client in Stockport to support them in their search for a dynamic Finance Director. This role will oversee all financial operations, financial control, budgeting, compliance and strategic planning. The successful candidate will work closely with the SLT and CEO, acting as a sounding board. This is a hands on, fluid role where no two days will be the same. If you are an experienced Finance Director looking for a fresh challenge or ready to step up into your first Finance Director role then please get in touch. Location: Stockport (Hybrid) plus travel to various sites Responsibilities: Cashflow monitoring and management, ensuring strong cost control Oversight of AR, AP & Payroll Development and implementation of robust processes and controls Lead the budgeting process, closely monitoring performance vs budget. Supporting department heads to understand individual budgets and financial performance Development of KPIs to measure financial performance Ensuring compliance with audit, accounting and tax regulations Oversight of M&A activity from a financial perspective Requirements: ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified Experience in a PE backed business Strong systems experience Financial modelling experience Experience working with local authorities would be a bonus Corporate Finance/M&A experience would be beneficial