Finance Director
Harper May is partnering with a high-growth logistics business that is seeking a commercially driven Finance Director to lead its finance function. As the business expands its operations and scales internationally, this is a rare opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a fast-moving, operationally complex organisation with strong growth potential.
Role Overview:
The Finance Director will play a key role in steering financial performance, improving reporting and controls, and providing senior leadership with the insights needed to drive strategic decision-making. This is a high-impact role with genuine scope to influence business-wide success and future growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the financial strategy, ensuring it aligns with the company’s long-term commercial objectives
Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, delivering clear, data-led analysis for leadership
Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning across the group
Strengthen internal controls and financial governance, supporting operational scalability
Optimise working capital and cash flow to enable agility in a fast-paced logistics environment
Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain teams to improve financial visibility and support margin growth
Identify and implement process improvements, including system upgrades and automation opportunities
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team that supports growth and operational excellence
Key Requirements:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with a strong post-qualified track record
Prior experience in a senior finance role within logistics, supply chain, or transport sectors
Proven ability to drive financial transformation in a growing or complex operational business
Strong technical knowledge paired with excellent commercial awareness
Effective communicator with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and drive change
Hands-on and adaptable, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery