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 entities
*Cash Flow & Capital Allocation: Oversee liquidity, forecasting, and deployment of capital across the portfolio
*Governance & Risk: Build and strengthen internal controls, audit processes, and risk management frameworks
*Tax & Structuring: Support efficient cross-border structuring, working closely with external advisors
*Systems & Process Improvement: Optimise ERP systems (including SAP) and standardise reporting processes
*Team Leadership: Manage and develop international finance teams across Paraguay and South Africa
*Family Office Reporting: Oversee financial reporting at the broader group and investment level
Candidate Profile*10-15+ years’ experience in senior finance roles (FD, CFO, or Group Finance)
*Strong technical grounding with proven experience in multi-entity, international environments
*Background in manufacturing, industrials, or natural resources preferred
*Experience in emerging markets (Latin America and/or Africa) highly advantageous
*Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)