Finance Director Retail and Trade North London 150,000 to 180,000 + BenefitsZachary Daniels Finance is partnering with a successful, privately owned retail and trade business to recruit a Finance Director into its senior leadership team.This is an established, multi-site business with a strong market position, growing e-commerce operations and ambitious plans for the future. The company is investing in its people, systems and leadership capability, creating an opportunity for an experienced Finance Director to play a central role in its next stage of development.With an entrepreneurial culture, direct access to the owners and the ability to make decisions quickly, this is an environment where a commercially minded finance leader can make a genuine difference.The OpportunityThis is a planned succession appointment, offering a structured handover with the outgoing Finance Director.Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead the finance function and work closely with the owners and senior leadership team to improve financial performance, strengthen commercial decision-making and support future growth.The business is looking for someone who can do more than report the numbers. You will be expected to challenge thinking, identify opportunities and help modernise the finance function through better systems, live data, automation and AI.The RoleLead, develop and strengthen the finance team, establishing clear accountability and high standards.Partner with the COO and ..... full job details .....