Group Finance Director

London
2 weeks ago
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WasteRecruit is proud to be the recruitment partner of a dynamic and growing organisation operating in the by-products and waste materials sector. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, our client is committed to optimising resources, reducing waste, and driving profitability through strategic financial management. With an ambitious growth trajectory, we are interested in recruiting a high-calibre Group Financial Director to lead our financial function and enable our continued success.
About the Role
As the Group Financial Director, you will be a key strategic leader within the organisation, responsible for overseeing financial planning, business performance, and risk management. You will work closely with the Executive Team to align financial strategies with operational and commercial objectives, ensuring finance acts as a proactive enabler of growth and efficiency. Leading a team across Controlling, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Accounting, and Procurement, you will play a critical role in cost optimisation, profitability enhancement, and expansion initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Acting as a trusted business partner to the executive team, providing financial insights to drive decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • Leading financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth and expansion plans.
  • Overseeing forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning to support commercial growth.
  • Implementing robust financial processes to enhance operational efficiency and cash flow management.
  • Driving governance, risk management, and compliance across the organisation.
  • Leading the implementation of technology-driven financial solutions (e.g., ERP, automation, data analytics tools).
  • Providing hands-on leadership to the finance function, fostering a high-performance culture.
    Preferred Skills and Experience
    To be successful in this role, you should have:
  • Waste processing or recycling experience.
  • A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
  • 15+ years of professional experience, with a proven track record of leading financial functions.
  • Strong hands-on leadership skills with the ability to scale finance operations in a growing business.
  • Experience with IFRS (UK & NL GAAP knowledge is a plus).
  • Professional accreditation such as CIMA, CGMA, CPA, or ACA preferred.
  • Experience with Big 4 accounting firms is advantageous.
  • Strong financial governance, risk management, and compliance expertise.
  • Fluent English skills (Dutch is a plus).
    Why Join Us?
  • Strategic Leadership: Play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of a growing organisation.
  • Impact & Growth: Lead financial strategies that drive efficiency, profitability, and sustainability.
  • Innovative Environment: Be part of a company embracing technology-driven financial solutions.
  • Collaborative Culture: Work alongside an ambitious and dynamic executive team.
  • Competitive Package: Attractive compensation and benefits package tailored to the right candidate.
    If you are a strategic financial leader with a hands-on approach and a passion for driving business performance, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity

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