Senior Finance Lead

Job Title:

Senior Finance Lead

Location:

Peterborough
Salary: £100,000-£120,000 + benefits

Overview

We are partnering with a large, multi-site organisation to recruit a Senior Finance Lead.

This is a high-impact role for a commercially minded finance leader to take ownership of operational finance, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to drive performance, improve visibility of key metrics, and support strategic decision-making.

The role will suit someone who enjoys working at pace, influencing non-finance teams, and using financial insight to improve business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance planning across multiple sites
Partner with senior operational stakeholders to drive efficiency and profitability
Provide clear financial insight, analysis, and decision support
Establish and track KPIs to improve performance visibility and accountability
Drive cost control and operational efficiency initiatives
Enhance reporting, processes, and systems to improve output and accuracy
Lead and develop a team aligned to operational finance delivery

Key Requirements

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Proven experience in a senior operational or commercial finance role
Strong background in business partnering and performance management
Experience leading and developing finance teams
Confident communicator with the ability to influence at a senior level
Strong analytical and systems capability (ERP exposure essential)

About You

You are a commercially focused finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment. You enjoy partnering with the business, challenging performance, and driving meaningful improvements through insight and analysis