About Us
New Directions Group is a leading provider of recruitment and background checking services, operating across multiple industries. With a reputation for excellence and innovation, We take pride in delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions across various industries, and we’re looking for an experienced, strategic, and hands-on finance leader to join our senior management team.
The Role
Reporting to the COO, you will play a critical role in driving the financial strategy and performance of the group. You will work closely with senior leadership across the business, providing insightful financial analysis, ensuring the integrity of our financial processes, and delivering value through strategic business partnering. This is a key leadership position where you will oversee all aspects of finance, including payroll, accounts, credit control, and budgeting, with dedicated managers leading each of these functions.
You will also oversee the Accounts, Payroll, and Credit Control and Business Partnering teams, ensuring efficient financial operations across the Group. You will provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Business Partnering: Work closely with commercial divisions, providing financial analysis and insights to drive revenue, improve profitability, and support decision-making.
* Financial Control & Reporting: Oversee group financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to ensure financial transparency and efficiency.
* Leadership of Finance Functions: Provide strategic direction and oversight to the Accounts, Payroll, Credit Control and Business Partnering teams, ensuring effective processes, compliance, and financial controls and fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development across the functions
* Risk & Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax obligations, and internal policies, maintaining strong corporate governance across the Group.
* Cash Flow & Investment Management: Manage cash flow, working capital, and investment strategies to support growth and financial stability.
* Process & System Improvement: Drive efficiencies and automation within financial systems to improve accuracy and streamline operations.
* Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key external organisations, suppliers, and partners to support business operations and drive commercial success.
What We’re Looking For
* A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with proven experience in a senior commercial finance leadership role.
* Strong commercial acumen, with experience in business partnering, financial analysis, and strategic decision support.
* Proven experience overseeing all aspects of accounting functions, ensuring smooth financial operations.
* Knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and corporate governance.
* Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to manage and develop finance teams.
* Strong systems and process improvement experience, with a focus on efficiency and automation.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
Why Join Us?
At New Directions Group, you’ll be part of a vibrant and supportive team committed to growth and innovation. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to shape the financial future of a dynamic, forward-thinking business. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to expand and evolve.
How to Apply
If you’re a strategic finance leader with the passion and expertise to make an impact, we want to hear from you.
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