Finance Director

Reference: 2890322Job ID: 5399747Posted: 2026-06-16Closing date: 2026-09-15Location: LondonSalary: 120,000-150,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Advertising, Media and PR / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Michael SparkesHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 02072598770Email: michael.sparkes@hays.comYour new companyA fast-growing media agency and events business. The company delivers creative, high-profile events and experiences across sport, entertainment and corporate sectors, partnering with leading global brands to drive audience engagement and long-term impact.Your new roleAct as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insight, challenge and commercial directionLead and develop a high-performing finance function, driving best-in-class reporting and controlsOwn budgeting, forecasting and long-range planningSupport and enhance US operations, including financial oversight and compliancePlay a central role in M&A activity – from due diligence through to integration and value creationDrive performance and decision-making through robust financial analysisImprove systems, processes and scalability to support continued growthWhat you'll need to succeedFully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)Circa 8+ years’ PQEOperating as a Financial Controller or Finance Director in a smaller / scaling businessUnderstanding of US markets, entities and operating environmentsM&A experience including transaction support and integrationHighly commercial, with the ability to influence at board levelWhat you'll get in returnOpportunity to step into a high-impact, strategic leadership roleOpportunity to shape and build a scalable finance functionHigh visibility with senior leadership and key decision-makersWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #2890322 - Michael Sparkes