Head of Finance (group)

Group Head of Finance Retained Search Ellon Construction / Design Competitive Salary | Bonus Benefits (DOE) Are you a commercially minded finance leader ready to step into a strategic, high-impact role? We’re supporting a confidential search on behalf of a family owned, dynamic, multi-entity design and building materials business with operations in the UK, US, and beyond. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative technical solutions, the company is entering a new phase of growth—preparing for a potential investment or exit within 3–5 years. As Group Head of Finance, you’ll lead financial operations across the group, ensuring financial clarity, operational rigour, and strategic alignment. This is a rare opportunity to build and shape a future-proof finance function in a values-led and entrepreneurial environment. What You’ll Do - Lead and strengthen group-wide financial control, reporting, budgeting, and cashflow processes. - Guide and support finance teams across multiple entities—including hands-on where needed. - Act as a key partner to the CFO and Executive Chair. - Contribute to strategic initiatives including investment readiness and M&A. - Help scale systems, controls, and frameworks aligned with growth plans. What We’re Looking For - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant PQE. - Experience across group/multi-entity financial control and reporting. - Comfortable working strategically and rolling up your sleeves. - Ideally experienced in design-led, engineering or manufacturing environments. - Able to work from Ellon min 3 days a week. Why This Role? - Join at a pivotal moment in the company’s growth journey. - Help shape commercial strategy and operational success. - Opportunity to progress to FD or CFO-level leadership. - Work with an agile, collaborative leadership team. Confidentiality Assured This is a confidential search. All conversations and applications will be handled with complete discretion. *All applicants will be required to complete The Acuity Measure assessment in order to be considered for this role.

Location: Ellon, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025