Finance Director in Cardiff

This is an opportunity for a commercially driven FD to join a growing branded business as a true strategic partner to the Managing Director, driving profitability, operational performance and business growth. The successful candidate will combine strong financial leadership with a hands-on, pragmatic approach, using insight, process improvement and commercial challenge to influence decision-making across the organisation.

Client Details

Our client is an established brand-led business with a portfolio of premium products sold across UK and international markets. The company operates across manufacturing, sourcing, distribution and retail channels, serving a loyal customer base and continuing to expand its market presence.

The business is entering an exciting phase of growth and is seeking a commercially focused Finance Director to join the leadership team and help drive performance across the organisation.

Description

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Finance Director will play a pivotal role in shaping business performance, providing commercial insight, operational challenge and financial leadership across the company.

This is a highly visible, hands-on position suited to an individual who enjoys being close to the business. You'll work alongside sales, operations, production and warehousing teams, helping to improve decision-making, profitability and accountability through clear reporting and robust processes.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading financial planning, reporting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Delivering timely and meaningful management information to support commercial decision-making.
• Developing reporting around sales, margins, stock, cash and operational performance.
• Partnering with the leadership team to drive profitability and business improvement.
• Supporting pricing, investment decisions and commercial negotiations.
• Improving business processes, controls and performance monitoring.
• Working closely with operational teams to identify efficiencies and performance opportunities.
• Providing leadership across the business and acting as a key partner to the Managing Director.

Profile

We're seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong financial discipline with practical business judgement.

You will be comfortable moving between the boardroom and the operational frontline, using data and insight to drive better outcomes and challenge decision-making where required.

Key Attributes Include

• ACA, CIMA, ACCA Qualified.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial leadership experience.
• The ability to develop clear, practical and actionable business reporting.
• Exceptional attention to detail and process discipline.
• A hands-on approach and strong operational credibility.
• Experience improving processes, controls and business performance.
• The confidence and presence to influence at senior leadership level.
• A pragmatic mindset with the ability to implement scalable solutions without unnecessary complexity.

Experience within manufacturing, consumer products, distribution or another operationally focused business would be advantageous, but the ability to combine commercial thinking, financial rigour and leadership is more important than sector background.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a business in Cardiff.
• Potential for professional growth within an exciting industry

As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.