Director of Finance And Operations

3 weeks ago


England, UK, United Kingdom Pan United Full time

Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to make a real impact?


Join us as the Director of Finance and Operations Integration, and be at the forefront of our mission to operate sustainably and improve the world. We are looking for a visionary leader who can seamlessly blend financial acumen with operational excellence to drive our business goals forward.


In this crucial role, you will not only streamline our financial systems but also ensure they align perfectly with our commitment to sustainability. You will leverage data to enhance our processes, minimize waste, and facilitate smart, sustainable decision-making every day. As a key player, you will help steer our operations to be lean, effective, and poised to lead in an ever-evolving, environmentally-conscious market.


Why You Should Join Us


  • Purpose-Driven Work: Use your skills to make a lasting impact and contribute to a better world.
  • Innovation at the Core: Engage in transformative projects that harness data and drive our sustainability objectives.
  • Dynamic Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking, high growth company that values operational efficiency and sustainability equally.
  • Skills You Will Bring
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent with expertise in finance and operational integration.
  • Systems Development, use data to drive operational and financial efficiency.
  • Excellence in Financial Management - budgeting, performance tracking, and sustainability-focused cost management.
  • Expertise in Technology Integration (API/EDI) and inventory systems to streamline sustainable operations.
  • Experience of high growth FMCG Sector.


Key Responsibilities


  • Integrating Finance with Operations: Lead the integration of our financial and operational systems to ensure maximum efficiency, aligning with our sustainability objectives.
  • Data-Driven Transformation: Build systems that allow us to capture and analyze data to drive transformative projects, ensuring we stay on track toward sustainability goals.
  • Financial Efficiency: Automate and streamline financial processes, improving reporting accuracy, and reducing inefficiencies that impact our environmental footprint.
  • Budgeting and Performance Tracking: Develop sustainable budgets and track performance, ensuring we are both profitable and responsible in our operations.
  • Leadership and Change Management: Lead a cultural shift toward more sustainable practices within the finance and operations teams, challenging outdated methods and driving innovation.
  • Hands-on Involvement: Engage directly with operations to fully understand processes and ensure financial practices are aligned with our sustainability-driven mission.


Apply now to be part of a team that’s making a difference.


This is a home-based position with regular travel required to the East Midlands area. If you are driven by sustainability, problem-solving, and operational efficiency, we’d love to hear from you



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