Group Finance Director

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KennedyPearce are hiring a Group Finance Director based in South West London. This role will require a Spanish speaker and around 12 weeks travel to South America per year.This is a high-impact leadership role with a global family office overseeing a portfolio of operating businesses, you will lead financial oversight, control, and strategy across a diverse portfolio of primarily manufacturing businesses.Based in London, this role offers significant exposure to international operations, capital allocation, and cross-border structuring within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.The RoleYou will take full ownership of group finance, driving consistency, visibility, and control across multiple jurisdictions while acting as a strategic partner to the principals.Key areas of responsibility include:Group Reporting & Control: Lead consolidated reporting, implement robust KPIs, and ensure accuracy across all entitiesCash Flow & Capital Allocation: Oversee liquidity, forecasting, and deployment of capital across the portfolioGovernance & Risk: Build and strengthen internal controls, audit processes, and risk management frameworksTax & Structuring: Support efficient cross-border structuring, working closely with external advisorsSystems & Process Improvement: Optimise ERP systems (including SAP) and standardise reporting processesTeam Leadership: Manage and develop international finance teams across Paraguay and South AfricaFamily Office Reporting: Oversee financial reporting at the broader group and investment levelCandidate Profile10-15+ years' experience in senior finance roles (FD, CFO, or Group Finance)Strong technical grounding with proven experience in multi-entity, international environmentsBackground in manufacturing, industrials, or natural resources preferredExperience in emerging markets (Latin America and/or Africa) highly advantageousQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)JBRP1_UKTJ
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Location:
London
Job Type:
FullTime

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