An established and growing SME group is seeking to appoint a commercially focused Group Finance Director. The businesses have a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence and are entering an exciting strategic phase of development, including oversight of a European subsidiary.Reporting directly to the Managing Directors, the Group Finance Director will take full ownership of finance across multiple business units. This is a strategic leadership role combining commercial insight with operational control, supporting growth, governance, and performance across the group.Key Responsibilities:Member of the Senior Management Team, advising owners and directorsDevelop and implement long-term financial strategy aligned to growth objectivesLead budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation processesImplement robust financial controls and reporting frameworksEvaluate acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic investmentsPartner with project and operations teams on contract and tender viabilityAssess project profitability, risk exposure, and cash-flow impact pre-bidMonitor project performance against budget and margin targetsOversee finance and administration across all business unitsPrepare annual budgets and departmental financial plansProduce and present monthly management accountsManage forecasting and group cash-flowPrepare statutory accounts and liaise with external auditorsOversee AP/AR and financial operationsEnsure compliance with HMRC statutory ..... full job details .....