Group Head of Finance

GROUP HEAD OF FINANCE

Full-Time | Permanent | Esher, Surrey

Daytona Motorsport are the UK’s leading outdoor kart racing group, with three venues (Sandown Park, Milton Keynes and Tamworth).

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Group Head of Finance to join the leadership team at our Head Office. This is a pivotal role in a dynamic, fast-paced organisation where finance is at the heart of strategic decision-making and growth.

You will be responsible for driving financial strategy, managing operational performance, and supporting the CEO and wider leadership team to ensure strong financial governance and long-term profitability.

THE ROLE

As Group Head of Finance, you will oversee all financial activities across the group. Your remit will include cash flow management, forecasting, budgeting, risk management, and supporting commercial initiatives. You will also play a key role in funding, M&A due diligence, and business case analysis for major projects such as system implementations.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of financial planning, reporting, and analysis
• Manage cash flow, treasury, stock control, and payroll
• Support strategic initiatives with data-driven financial insight
• Ensure regulatory compliance, including VAT and PCI DSS
• Oversee budget preparation and monthly performance reviews
• Identify and deliver cost efficiencies across the business
• Support and evaluate capital investment and asset management
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a strategic finance leader with hands-on operational experience and a collaborative mindset. You must be comfortable in a fast-moving environment where priorities evolve, and where your insights can directly influence key business decisions.

You’ll bring:

· Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role

· Strong knowledge of financial controls, forecasting, and reporting

· A commercial, analytical mindset and sound judgment

· Ability to manage and develop a small team

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

· Experience working with cross-functional teams including Sales, HR, Operations, and Engineering

WHY JOIN US

This is a rare opportunity to step into a finance leadership role with real influence. You’ll work closely with the CEO and leadership team, helping to shape the direction of the business and contribute directly to its success. We value proactivity, accountability, and strategic thinking – and we’re looking for someone who shares those principles.

If you’re looking to take the next step in your finance career, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now to make an impact where it counts.

Email careers@daytona.co.uk with job reference GHOF25.