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Finance Director

Lancashire, North West England Permanent £100,000 - £120,000 per year View Job Description
The Finance Director will oversee financial operations within the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry, ensuring robust financial management and strategic planning. This is a permanent role offering a competitive salary and an opportunity to provide leadership both to the finance team and the wider business.
  • Board level FD role in a dynamic group.
  • Leading business and finance through period of transformation.

About Our Client

This position is with a well-established organisation in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism sector based in Lancashire. The company operates on a local and regional scale, offering extensive expertise and services to its clients. It is renowned for its structured operations and commitment to excellence in the industry.

Job Description

  • Working as part of a tight regional leadership team to guide the business through a period of transformation.
  • Provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership for decision-making.
  • Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
  • Lead the financial planning and analysis function to support business growth and strategic goals.
  • Oversee budget preparation, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
  • Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
  • Drive initiatives to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
  • Lead and develop the Accounting & Finance team to achieve departmental objectives.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Finance Director should have:

  • Extensive experience in financial management within the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry or a related sector.
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire a team in achieving financial objectives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
  • Expertise in financial systems, compliance, and reporting standards.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

What's on Offer

  • Competitive basic package ranging from £100,000 to £120,000 per annum.
  • Performance-based bonus structure.
  • Collaborative and professional company culture.
  • Opportunity to lead a key department in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry.
  • Permanent role with a large organisation offering career progression opportunities.



If you are a driven Finance Director with a passion for the Leisure, Travel & Tourism sector, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.

Contact
Gareth Davies
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JN-032026-6984029

Job summary

Function
CFO & Financial Management
Subsector
CFO & Financial Management Subsector
Industry
Travel Leisure & Hospitality
Location
Lancashire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Gareth Davies
Job reference
JN-032026-6984029
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Gareth is a Partner at Page Executive with 20 years of experience in finance recruitment, specialising in CFO and senior leadership roles. Having built his career within a FTSE250 business, Gareth has a proven track record supporting OMBs, SMEs, and ...

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