Finance Director

Talent Guardian is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity–backed FMCG business to recruit a Regional Finance Director – UK. This role is based in Farnborough.

This is a senior finance leadership role within an entrepreneurial, international organisation experiencing rapid growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions across Europe.

The Role As Regional Finance Director, you will combine Business Control leadership with a strong commercial business partnering mandate for the UK region. You will act as the primary finance partner to the UK Operations leadership while working closely with Group Finance and senior stakeholders.

The role sits on both the UK Management Team and the Finance Leadership Team and will be central to driving profitability, supporting acquisitions, and preparing the business for future growth and potential exit scenarios.

Key Responsibilities  
Drive EBITDA margin improvement through financial analysis, cost optimisation, negotiations and efficiency initiatives
Lead regional business control, including budgeting, forecasting and cost management
Oversee UK finance operations, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and audit readiness
Maintain oversight of AP, AR, general ledger, statutory accounts, treasury and external audit relationships
Ensure strong post-acquisition financial performance across newly acquired UK businesses
Act as Statutory Director for UK legal entities, accountable for financial health and regulatory compliance  About You  
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with 7+ years’ post-qualification experience
Proven experience leading finance teams across commercial finance and finance operations
Background in fast-growing, international and/or PE-backed environments
Demonstrated track record of EBITDA margin improvement
Commercial, analytical and action-oriented approach
Strong stakeholder management skills at executive and operational levels
Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous  What’s on Offer  
A high-impact regional finance leadership role with strategic and operational ownership
Direct exposure to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders
Opportunity to shape regional performance and contribute to group-level strategy
International, entrepreneurial culture with strong growth momentum
Competitive compensation package, including equity participation
Hybrid working: 4 days per week in the Farnborough/Camberley office, 1 day remote  Interested? If this role aligns with your experience and ambition, please apply or contact Talent Guardian for a confidential discussion