Group Finance Director

Page Executive; Cullompton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job description

• High-Growth Private Investment Group
• Shape the future of a thriving South West ambitious company

About Our Client

Goonvean Group is an established private family investment group, driving growth in manufacturing, engineering, reprocessing, and IT development. Through strategic investment and hands-on support, The Group help businesses unlock their full potential.

This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, high-growth business where financial leadership is at the heart of business strategy.

Job Description

The Role

As Group Finance Director, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for shaping and executing the financial strategy of the Group. Leading a multi-entity finance function, you will oversee financial management, reporting, strategic planning, and investment decision-making, ensuring Goonvean continues to scale efficiently and sustainably.

With a strong focus on M&A, capital investment, and operational efficiency, you will play a critical role in driving business transformation and supporting the Group's expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Group's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth objectives.
• Lead the finance function, overseeing the Group Financial Controller and Segment Controllers.
• Drive M&A activities, including due diligence, integration, and financial structuring.
• Own financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring high-quality insights for strategic decision-making.
• Oversee capital investment appraisals, ensuring alignment with long-term value creation.
• Implement robust financial governance, ensuring strong controls, compliance, and risk management.
• Spearhead finance transformation initiatives, driving automation, efficiency, and system enhancements (including Power BI development).

The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant leadership experience
• Proven success as a Group Finance Director or senior finance leader in a multi-entity business.
• Strong track record in financial consolidation, forecasting, and reporting.
• M&A expertise, including financial due diligence, valuation, and post-acquisition integration.
• Commercially astute, with strategic insight and the ability to influence at Board level.
• Experience with financial systems (Sage preferred), Power BI, and automation technologies.
• A hands-on, proactive leader with a collaborative and innovative mindset.

Why Join Goonvean?

• Be part of a high-growth group with a long-term vision and strong foundations.
• Work at Board level, shaping financial strategy and driving transformational change.
• Lead M&A activities, playing a key role in expansion and acquisitions.
• Join a business that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
• Based in the South West, with the opportunity to make a significant regional impact.

What's on Offer

Executive Level Remuneration + Attractive Bonus