Finance Director

FINANCE DIRECTOR – PROPERTY INVESTMENT Maidenhead – Hybrid working – Permanent – Privately owned investment business with long-term growth plans £90,000 – £100,000  benefits Are you a technically strong finance leader looking for a broad, hands-on role? Do you enjoy working closely with decision-makers in a commercially focused, investment-led environment? We’re hiring a Finance Director for a privately owned property investment business with a substantial and diverse portfolio.

You’ll lead a small finance team while remaining closely involved in the detail, partnering senior leadership to support strategic investment decisions and operational performance. This is a varied role with real visibility and influence, ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical strength with commercial thinking. WISH LIST Qualified accountant with a strong technical foundation, ideally developed within audit or practice Experience leading a small finance team within an SME or owner-managed environment Commercial mindset with the confidence to improve processes and support investment decisions

THE ROLE Lead all financial management, reporting, and control activities across the group Produce timely monthly management accounts with clear performance commentary Oversee statutory reporting, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury activity, and banking relationships Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Support leadership with investment appraisal and strategic financial analysis Oversee payroll processes and associated financial controls Maintain robust balance sheet controls and reconciliations Manage supplier payments and cost oversight processes Partner property and operational teams to improve financial visibility Strengthen financial processes, systems, and internal controls Act as the primary finance contact for external advisers and stakeholders YOUR PROFILE Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA) Effective communicator – written & verbal Good working knowledge of MS Excel Background within property investment, real estate, or asset-backed environments Strong technical grounding, ideally with early career experience in audit or practice SALARY & BENEFITS £90,000 – £100,000  benefits Hybrid working arrangement Maidenhead office base Permanent leadership role with real influence on business direction