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Finance Director

Job in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, DH98, England, UK
Listing for: Harper May Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-11
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Financial Manager, CFO
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Manager, CFO
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 112500 - 125000 GBP Yearly GBP 112500.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
In FMCG, success is driven by pace, margin discipline, and the ability to turn data into decisive action. When volumes are high and competition is intense, finance must sit at the centre of strategy — not simply report on it. An established and growing FMCG business is seeking a Finance Director to join the executive team and lead financial strategy, commercial performance, and operational control across the organisation.

With a broad product portfolio and multi-channel distribution, the business requires a leader who can balance growth ambition with financial rigour.

The Role Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Board, the Finance Director will take full ownership of the finance function. This is a highly commercial leadership role, responsible for shaping long-term financial direction while ensuring robust reporting, cash management, and governance frameworks remain in place.

Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver the financial strategy aligned to business growth objectives Partner with sales, marketing, and operations to optimise margin and pricing strategy Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning across product lines and channels Manage cash flow, working capital, and inventory performance Strengthen financial controls, governance, and internal reporting frameworks Provide clear performance insight and challenge at executive and Board level Support strategic initiatives including expansion, product launches, and investment decisions Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing finance team Candidate Profile ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified Proven senior finance leadership experience within FMCG or a high-volume product-led environment Strong commercial acumen with experience driving margin improvement and operational efficiency Confident operating at executive and Board level Demonstrated ability to balance strategic oversight with operational delivery Credible leader with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders
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