Finance Director (Operational)

London | Hybrid WorkingCirca 150,000 + Benefits Stanton House is partnering with a dynamic international creative services business to appoint a hands-on Finance Director during a pivotal period of transformation and growth. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced finance leader who enjoys operating close to the business, improving processes, building structure and driving operational excellence. The role sits at the heart of a fast-moving, project-based environment and will suit someone who is equally comfortable partnering with senior stakeholders and rolling up their sleeves to solve day-to-day challenges. The Opportunity Our client is an established international business operating within the creative, production and professional services space. Following a period of significant growth and organisational change, they are investing in strengthening their finance capability and are seeking a commercially minded Finance Director to lead this effort. The successful candidate will take ownership of a broad finance remit, combining financial control, commercial finance, process improvement and business partnering responsibilities. This is not a traditional corporate Finance Director position. The business is looking for someone who thrives in operational environments and is willing to get into the detail to drive improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day finance function across a multi-entity international business. Oversee monthly management reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes. Drive improvements in financial controls, governance and reporting accuracy. Partner closely with operational and commercial teams to support business performance. Monitor project profitability, resource utilisation and cost management. Support ongoing finance transformation initiatives, including systems and process improvements. Improve the quality of management information available to senior leadership. Oversee cash flow management and working capital performance. Build scalable finance processes capable of supporting future growth. Act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders across the organisation. Candidate Profile We are keen to speak with finance leaders who have experience in fast-paced, project-driven environments and understand how operational businesses really function. You may currently be: A Finance Director seeking a more hands-on role. A Financial Controller or Head of Finance ready to step into a broader leadership position. An operationally focused finance professional looking for the opportunity to shape and improve a finance function. Successful candidates are likely to demonstrate: Experience within creative, production, agency, consulting, professional services or other project-based businesses. Strong financial control and reporting expertise. A practical, delivery-focused approach. The ability to balance commercial insight with operational execution. Experience managing complex stakeholder groups. Strong systems and process improvement capabilities. Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred but not essential. What's on Offer A highly visible finance leadership role with significant scope for impact. The opportunity to join a business undergoing meaningful transformation. Broad exposure across operational, commercial and strategic finance activities. A collaborative leadership team committed to driving improvement. Long-term career development opportunities within a growing international organisation. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Tasmin Mason at Stanton House. All enquiries will be handled with the strictest confidence.