Finance Director, Dumfries

We are partnering with a private equity-backed, multi-site services business entering an exciting phase of growth. With a clear strategic plan and expansion underway, this is a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to step into a Finance Director role to play a key role in shaping the next stage of the journey, including a potential transaction within the next two years.

As Finance Director, you will work closely with the Managing Director and Board to drive financial strategy, performance, and governance across a growing, multi-site operation. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and enjoys combining strategic input with operational delivery.

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and forecasting to support growth
• Provide commercial insight to drive performance and decision‑making
• Oversee financial reporting, controls, and compliance
• Support investment activity, including acquisitions and new site development
• Partner with senior stakeholders, including investors and lenders
• Build and develop a high‑performing finance function

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role
• Background in multi‑site or service‑led environments
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at Board level
• Experience in a growth or private equity‑backed setting is highly advantageous
• Ambitious, driven, and motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a future transaction

• Competitive salary + bonus + equity participation
• Hybrid working model (Ayrshire‑based, 2 days per week)
• Opportunity to play a key role in a high‑growth, PE‑backed environment
• Clear value creation journey with exit horizon

If you’re a commercially minded finance leader looking for your next challenge in a high‑growth SME environment, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.