Play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial governance, optimising capital structure, managing risk in volatile markets, and supporting commercial decision-making in a fast-paced trading environment. Client Details A growing commodities trading business and major UK independent precious metal trader. Description Provide strategic financial leadership and act as a key advisor to the executive team and board on all financial matters, including growth strategy, capital allocation, and risk management.Oversee all core finance functions: financial planning and analysis (FPandA), budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory accounting, and compliance.Lead treasury operations, including cash flow management, working capital optimisation, liquidity forecasting, and relationships with banks and trade finance providers.Manage commodity-specific financial risks: hedging strategies, mark-to-market accounting, exposure monitoring (price, FX, credit, counter party), and PandL attribution in volatile markets.Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting (monthly management accounts, quarterly board packs, annual statutory accounts) in line with relevant accounting standards (IFRS / UK GAAP).Oversee internal controls, risk management frameworks, and compliance with regulatory requirements (including trade finance documentation, sanctions, AML, and commodities-specific regulations).Support commercial teams on deal structuring, trade finance facilities (e.g., letters of credi