Finance Director

Our client a leading professional services firm with offices in Central Birmingham is seeking a Finance Director.

Our client is a leading professional services firm with offices in Central Birmingham, providing expert advisory and support services to UK as well as global clients.

They offer deep industry expertise with a pragmatic, results-driven approach. They work closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and design tailored solutions.

The Finance Director will play a key strategic and operational role in leading the financial management of the firm.

As a member of the senior leadership team based in Birmingham, you will provide financial insight, strategic guidance, and commercial acumen to support sustainable growth and profitability.

Key deliverables will include:

Overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting

• Supporting pricing, contract negotiation, and resource allocation decisions
• Maintaining robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard the firm's assets
• Advising the leadership team on financial planning, risk management, and investment decisions
• Driving automation and digital transformation within finance
• Leading and mentoring the finance team, fostering a culture of 'best in class'

A successful Finance Director should have:

• A professional finance qualification with significant post-qualification experience
• Extensive experience in financial leadership ideally from a professional services environment
• A strong understanding of financial strategy, risk management, and compliance
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives

• Basic salary package to attract the best
• Annual bonus of up to 25% linked to strategic goals
• Offer of equity (after a qualifying period)

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.