FD Capital Recruitment Ltd is registered at Companies House (no. 13329383) and has been providing CFOs and Finance Directors since 2018 and is operated by an ICAEW-registered practice. Our founder Adrian Lawrence FCA holds an ICAEW practising certificate.
Part-Time Finance Director (1 day per week)
Location: West London (hybrid flexibility)
Type: Part-Time | Permanent or Fractional
About the Company (Confidential)
We are a well-established, privately-owned SME based in West London with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, service-led solutions to a diverse client base.
Operating for over two decades, the business has grown steadily and organically, building long-standing client relationships and a loyal team. The company is now entering its next phase of development, with a focus on strengthening financial controls, improving reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making at board level.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Director to work closely with the owners and senior leadership team on a part-time basis (circa 1 day per week).
This is a hands-on and strategic role, ideal for a seasoned FD who enjoys working within owner-managed businesses and can balance operational detail with high-level financial leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Commercial
- Act as a trusted advisor to the owners, supporting business growth and long-term planning
- Provide financial insight to inform key business decisions
- Develop and deliver financial strategy aligned to company objectives
- Support pricing, margin improvement, and profitability analysis
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee monthly management accounts and financial reporting processes
- Improve visibility of KPIs, cashflow, and business performance
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
- Ensure robust financial controls and processes are in place
Cashflow & Risk
- Manage cashflow forecasting and working capital
- Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Support funding, banking relationships, and potential financing activities
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure statutory compliance, tax, and regulatory requirements are met
- Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and advisors
- Strengthen internal controls and financial governance
Leadership & Systems
- Mentor and support the existing finance function (if applicable)
- Review and enhance finance systems, processes, and efficiencies
- Drive continuous improvement across finance and reporting
Candidate Profile
Essential
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience as a Finance Director or senior finance leader within an SME
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level
- Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally
- Experience working with owner-managed or family-run businesses
Desirable
- Experience in service-led, operationally complex environments
- Background in scaling or professionalising SME finance functions
- Familiarity with project-based or logistics-style operations
Personal Attributes
- Pragmatic, down-to-earth, and solutions-focused
- High level of integrity and discretion
- Strong communicator with the ability to build trust quickly
- Comfortable working in a close-knit, entrepreneurial environment
What’s on Offer
- Flexible, part-time commitment (c.1 day per week)
- Opportunity to shape and influence a well-established business
- Direct access to owners and decision-makers
- Long-term advisory potential
Confidentiality
Due to the sensitive nature of this appointment, further details about the business will be shared with shortlisted candidates only.
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