Finance Director

Finance Director London GBP150,000–GBP180,000 plus bonus and benefits Consumer and Lifestyle business

The Business

A well–established, UK–based consumer and lifestyle retailer operating across multi–channel platforms, including physical locations and a growing online presence. The business has a strong brand heritage and loyal customer base and is now entering a critical phase focused on improving performance, strengthening operations and building a more resilient commercial model.

The Role

This is a hands–on Finance Director position, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the leadership team. The role will play a central part in driving turnaround activity, improving profitability and supporting operational decision–making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of financial strategy, planning, forecasting and reporting across the P&L.
• Drive margin improvement, cost control and disciplined capital allocation.
• Own cash flow and working capital optimisation, with particular focus on inventory and cost–to–serve.
• Partner closely with operations to improve supply chain performance, including oversight and optimisation of third–party logistics (3PL) arrangements.
• Strengthen financial controls, governance and risk management.
• Support broader transformation initiatives, including systems, processes and performance reporting.
• Build, lead and develop a high–calibre finance team.

About You

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a senior commercial finance leader in a consumer–led, multi–channel environment.
• Clear track record of turnaround, transformation or recovery situations, combining strategic thinking with hands–on delivery.
• Strong understanding of operational finance drivers, including inventory, logistics, margin and fulfilment economics.
• Confident, credible partner to a CEO and senior leadership team.
• Pragmatic, resilient and outcomes–focused.

Package

• Base salary: GBP150,000–GBP180,000
• Performance–related bonus
• Pension and standard benefits
• Hybrid working with a preference for regular office collaboration in London

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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