Financial Director

KC Group are partnering with a PE-backed SME business in Birmingham to recruit an experienced and commercially focused Finance Director.

This is a key appointment for the business and an excellent opportunity for a high‑calibre finance professional to join an ambitious organisation during an exciting phase of growth and transformation.

Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, the Finance Director will play a pivotal role in driving business performance, supporting strategic decision‑making, and helping deliver the company’s long‑term growth objectives.

• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and reporting processes
• Provide commercial and strategic support to the CEO and wider leadership team
• Deliver insightful management information and analysis to support business performance
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management processes
• Support operational improvements and business efficiencies across the organisation
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including banks, auditors, and investors
• Play a key role in future growth initiatives, acquisitions, and value creation projects
• Prepare board‑level reporting and support PE investor requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience operating at Finance Director or senior financial leadership level
• Strong SME experience within a fast‑paced and evolving environment
• Commercially astute with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to operate strategically and operationally
• Previous PE‑backed or investor‑led experience would be highly advantageous
• Strong leadership and team management capability