<p><strong>Group Finance Director</strong></p><p><strong>Berkshire</strong></p><p><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO)<br /> <strong>Team:</strong> 17 finance professionals, with 4 direct reports<br /> <strong>Turnover:</strong> £100 million<br /> <strong>Industry:</strong> FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)<br /> <strong>Status:</strong> Multi-site, Highly Acquisitive Growth Group<br /> <strong>Package:</strong> £140-165k plus £6500 car allowance, 20% bonus, health / life pack and share scheme</p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>Venture Life are a fast-paced, AIM listed, acquisitive £100 million turnover FMCG group with a growing footprint across multiple UK and international sites. The company is entering a new phase of accelerated growth, driven by both organic performance and a robust M&A pipeline. With strong private backing and a clear strategy, the group is building a leading portfolio in its category and is looking for a commercially focused Group Finance Director to support and shape its strategic direction.</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>As Group Finance Director, you will lead the finance function across the Group, playing a critical role in both strategic planning and operational delivery. You will be responsible for financial leadership during a dynamic period of acquisition, integration, and transformation. This role combines hands-on management, strategic insight, and leadership of a high-performing finance team.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the CFO, CEO, and Board to shape and deliver the Group's growth strategy.</li><li>Support the CFO with M&A activity from financial due diligence to post-deal integration and performance tracking.</li><li>Drive commercial insight and decision support across pricing, margin analysis, and product investment.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Control & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated reporting and financial statements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements (UK GAAP/IFRS).</li><li>Manage audit, tax, treasury, and risk functions effectively.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Excellence</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a finance team of 17, including 4 senior direct reports (e.g., FP&A, Financial Controller, Commercial Finance Manager, and Head of Shared Services).</li><li>Implement and optimise financial processes, controls, and reporting standards across all sites.</li><li>Act as a key driver in systems improvement and business integration projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) ERP platform; drive further optimisation and system utilisation across the business.</li><li>Lead finance transformation initiatives focused on automation, scalability, and data integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>M&A & Growth Enablement</strong></p><ul><li>Play a central role in assessing, modelling, and executing acquisitions.</li><li>Integrate new businesses quickly and effectively into group reporting and control structures.</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).</li><li>Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role within a multi-site FMCG, manufacturing, or consumer product business.</li><li>Strong track record in M&A activity, including due diligence and integration.</li><li>Experience managing and developing large finance teams (20+).</li><li>Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a private equity-backed or highly leveraged environment.</li><li>Exposure to international markets and operations.</li><li>MBA or additional strategic finance qualifications.</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A leadership role at the heart of a dynamic and acquisitive FMCG business.</li><li>The chance to make a tangible impact on company performance and strategic growth.</li><li>Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy.</li><li>Competitive salary and bonus, with long-term incentive potential.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>Join Protiviti as a Graduate Consultant - September 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Exciting opportunities await!</strong></p><p>Protiviti is seeking driven and enthusiastic graduates for our Autumn 2026 Graduate Consultant intake. We are proud to collaborate with Robert Half as part of our enterprise to find driven and enthusiastic graduates for this programme.</p><p><strong>Protiviti offers diverse career paths in consulting. We are looking for motivated Graduate Consultants to work across the following solutions: </strong><strong>Internal Audit and Financial Advisory, Business Performance Improvement, Risk and Compliance and Technology Consulting</strong><strong>. You will engage with a diverse client base, including sectors such as financial services, consumer goods, payments, technology, media & telecommunications, private equity, manufacturing and distribution and hospitality, leisure, and travel. </strong></p><p><strong>About Protiviti</strong></p><p>Protiviti is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach, and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Our consulting solutions address critical business challenges in technology, business process, analytics, risk, compliance, transactions, and internal audit. <strong>We identify, measure, and guide our clients through the risks they encounter within their industries and across their systems and processes, providing effective and valuable solutions through our consulting services.</strong></p><p>For ten consecutive years, Protiviti has been named on of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® serving over 90% of Fortune 100 and nearly 80% of Fortune 500 companies.</p><p><strong>What Are We Looking For?</strong></p><p><strong>Graduates with a minimum 2:2 degree and a grade 5 or above in GCSE English & Maths with a keen interest in consulting. During the recruitment process, we will be assessing you to understand which solution we feel you are best aligned to, so please do tell us as much as you can about yourself in the application form. </strong>We will also evaluate your commitment and desire to collaborate with our clients, across a range of sectors.</p><p><strong>(*Please inform us of any extenuating circumstances regarding your academic results.)</strong></p><p><strong>Rewarding graduate consulting careers at Protiviti</strong></p><p>Considering what makes Protiviti different? Our values empower us to address business challenges with impactful solutions, foster fulfilling careers for graduates, and build strong relationships with both our colleagues and diverse clients. This commitment is reflected in our client interactions, the way we treat each other, our ethical management of the company, and our contributions to the global communities where we live and work.</p><p><strong>Are you inspired to make a difference? You've come to the right place.</strong></p><p>The Protiviti Career provides opportunity to learn, inspire, and advance within a collaborative and inclusive culture. We hire curious individuals for whom learning is a passion. We lean into our mission: We Care. We Collaborate. We Deliver. <br /> <br /> At every level, we champion leaders who live our values of integrity, inclusion, innovation, and commitment to success. Imagining our work as a journey, we believe integrity guides our way, inclusion moves us forward together, innovation creates new destinations, and our commitment to success empowers us to deliver on our vision to be the most trusted global consulting firm. </p><p>We are committed to your professional training at Protiviti, so you will be expected to undertake the CFAB qualification with all the dedication required to pass the associated exams over your 2-year training period. This qualification will be integral to your development as a confident consultant. You will have the option to undertake further relevant professional qualifications depending on the area you specialise in and receive constant support during your qualification journey.</p><p>Once you join us, we build your career through exceptional work experiences, a culture focused on learning and development, and a commitment to the things that matter to you. <strong>Our London office, located in The Shard at London Bridge, offers a hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, including 25 days holiday with the option to purchase 10 more.</strong></p><p><strong>A Career at Protiviti Means:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Making a difference and shaping the future of consulting.</strong></li><li><strong>Embracing creativity, innovation, and autonomy in your work.</strong></li><li><strong>Enjoying a collaborative environment where all perspectives are valued.</strong></li><li><strong>Gaining a professional qualification and completing a global development programme. </strong></li></ul><p><strong>"No matter what we achieve and how big we become, one thing will never change - we are the Protiviti family." - Tom Lemon, Managing Director & UK Country Market Leader</strong></p><p><strong>For more information, please view Protiviti graduate careers page. </strong></p><p><strong>Closing date for all applications is Friday 24th October, application process is live as of 26th Aug</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd is the parent company of Protiviti and acts as the recruitment partner for Graduate Recruitment. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><br /> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><br /> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjc2OTIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>FINANCE OPERATIONS PROJECT MANAGER - UP TO 12 MONTH FTC - UP TO £65k - HYBRID - LONDON </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a fantastic client who are are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Operations Project Manager to lead projects within their Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivables and Payment / Bank operations functions. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in reviewing, documenting and improving finance operations processes (including potential business processes where they impact Finance operations), in order to improve efficiencies within the team and business.</p><p><strong>Things to be aware of: </strong></p><ul><li>6-12 month FTC. </li><li>Up to £65k depending on experience. </li><li>Hybrid working pattern - 3 days onsite, 2 days WFH (City of London). </li><li>Candidates must be immediately available or have a short notice period.</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full purchase-to-pay process, including invoice processing, vendor management, GL coding, and template setup.</li><li>Improve and embed evolving payment processes to match changing business needs.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of all invoices.</li><li>Streamline management of shared mailboxes, vendor portals, credit card approvals, postings, and employee expense submissions.</li><li>Set up automated reporting to track AP/AR performance and proactively resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Oversee supplier statement reconciliations and track resolution progress.</li><li>Establish invoicing, cash collection, credit control, and credit risk processes for new revenue streams.</li><li>Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, resolving payment discrepancies and negotiating terms.</li><li>Mentor and develop the finance operations team.</li><li>Prepare monthly AP/AR reports with insights for senior management.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and financial regulations.</li><li>Work with the Finance Systems Manager on ERP implementation, including documentation, testing, and process improvements.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>At least 5 years' experience as a Finance Operations Manager, ideally in retail or a stock-based environment.</li><li>Solid knowledge of accounts receivable/payable, payment processes, accounting principles, and internal controls.</li><li>Confident using Microsoft Excel and financial systems - experience with Dynamics Business Central is a big plus (or other modern ERP/P2P systems such as Oracle).</li><li>Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Clear and confident communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to build great working relationships across teams.</li><li>Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy, fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuOTgyMDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
