Strategic Financial Director

3 weeks ago


Stafford, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Universal Business Team Full time

About the Role

Universal Business Team is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to play a key role in driving the company's ambitious growth plans. As a strategic financial professional, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing financial strategies to meet revenue, EBITDA, and value-creation goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to enhance decision-making and visibility.
  • Establish effective controls to protect assets and mitigate financial risks.
  • Mentor and lead the finance team to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant operations.
  • Leverage industry knowledge and M&A experience to support growth initiatives in the equipment hire or leasing sector.
  • Manage ICT systems to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and support business growth.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Senior financial management experience in B2B equipment hire, rental, or leasing.
  • Proven success in driving EBITDA growth and delivering strategic value.
  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA certification (or equivalent).
  • Comprehensive understanding of financial regulations, reporting standards, and M&A processes.
  • Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

  • A collaborative growth environment that values impactful work, personal development, and continuous improvement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including daily lunches, staff refreshments, annual health assessments, mental health and wellbeing support, company vehicle/allowance, mobile phone/allowance, and role-specific training.
  • Profit-sharing bonus through a Growth By Sharing scheme.
  • Personal Prosperity Plan for individual financial growth.

Company Overview

Universal Business Team is a leading UK-based environmental solutions company specialising in dust and odour suppression as well as wastewater treatment equipment. The company is family-owned and has a vision to double its revenue by 2027.



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