Fractional FD – 2 Days Per Month, Staffordshire, Staffordshire

posted: 19th March 2026

Role: Fractional FD (Core of 2 Days per month)

Location: Staffordshire

Rate: Open for the right candidate – outside IR35

A well-established UK business is seeking an experienced Non-Executive Finance Director to join on a long-term fractional basis. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned FD already operating a portfolio of clients who is looking for a stable, ongoing engagement.

The Commitment

A core of approximately two days per month – typically one day on-site reviewing accounts and meeting the senior team, plus a monthly board meeting. Additional project-based work arises periodically, particularly around M&A activity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Reviewing and signing off monthly and year-end accounts, including provisions and adjustments
• Producing summary financial reports for the Chairman, senior management, and the company’s bank
• Leading the annual budget process and working with the Chairman and MD on margins and cost planning
• Owning key external relationships – accountants, legal, HMRC, bank and invoice finance facilities
• Supporting M&A activity including heads of terms and due diligence processes
• Acting as a trusted sounding board and challenger for the Chairman and senior leadership team

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with considerable FD-level experience
• Ideally M&A experience (HoT and DD involvement)
• Ideally some exposure beyond finance – MD, commercial, or operational leadership
• The credibility and communication skills to operate across all levels of a business

We haven’t quoted a day rate as they are genuinely open to ensure they find the right candidate.