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Finance Director – Lichfield (Full-time on-site)
£150,000 + Substantial Equity Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially astute Finance Director to join a dynamic owner-managed business in Lichfield. This is a pivotal role for an experienced finance leader who will drive financial strategy, optimise performance, and support the owners in preparing for a successful exit within the next 3–5 years.
The Role
Reporting directly to the owners, you will:
* Lead financial strategy, ensuring strong governance and commercial decision-making.
* Play a key role in preparing the business for a future exit, working closely with advisors and potential investors.
* Oversee M&A activity, ensuring seamless integration and value creation.
* Manage financial planning, reporting, and forecasting to support growth.
* Work hands-on in an entrepreneurial environment, driving operational and strategic improvements.
The Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be:
* A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Experienced in M&A transactions, with a proven track record of supporting business sales or acquisitions.
* Familiar with owner-managed businesses, understanding the challenges and opportunities they present.
* Commercially focused, with the ability to challenge, influence, and add value beyond the numbers.
* Based within a commutable distance of Lichfield.
If you’re a strategic finance leader looking for an entrepreneurial, high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance
Industries
Accounting
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