Group Finance Director

Eton Bridge have been retained by a dynamic, high-growth PE backed business that operates across multiple sectors, primarily focused on Tech and Business Services. The company has a strong financial foundation, an ambitious leadership team, and a culture that values collaboration and excellence. The role is based in Crewe and will be 5 days a week in the office.

This is a critical leadership role, reporting to the Group CFO, and offers the opportunity to shape the future of the finance function while driving strategic initiatives. The organisation is looking for an exceptional individual with the potential to step into broader leadership responsibilities in the future.

The Role

This pivotal position oversees a wide remit, consolidating key functions under one umbrella, including: Group Reporting & Controls, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Treasury and Finance Systems.

The Group Finance Director will work closely with the Group CFO, senior leaders, and a team of 30-40 direct reports to ensure operational excellence, drive financial insights, and support the company’s strategic initiatives. This role is hands-on and offers an exciting opportunity to play a key part in upcoming corporate projects, including ownership restructuring, PE exit processes, and other high-impact financial set pieces.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the consolidation of finance functions, ensuring robust controls, efficient systems, and best-in-class reporting.
• Act as a strategic partner to the Group CFO, contributing to long-term planning and decision-making.
• Drive the delivery of financial insight to support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Provide leadership and development to the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Oversee the delivery of large-scale projects, including potential buyouts and restructuring initiatives.
• Be a visible and credible leader across the organisation, working closely with senior stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A proven track record in group finance roles within large, complex organisations.
• Experience in private equity environments or exit processes, with hands-on involvement in significant transactions.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, alongside experience in FP&A, treasury, and finance systems.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with a strong focus on people management, EQ, and team development.
• A background in environments that demand both strategic vision and operational execution.

Disclaimer: Eton Bridge Partners receives extensive applications to advertised opportunities, and as much as we endeavour to respond promptly to each application we would advise that if you have not received communication within 10 working days consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We are dedicated to ensuring compliance with Data Protection Laws. For detailed information on how we collect, protect, and use your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy on the Eton Bridge Partners website. If at any point you no longer want us to hold your data, please inform us accordingly.