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Finance Director in Leeds
Leading finance, shaping the business.
Day to day in Leeds
What a finance director
does in Leeds.
The senior finance voice in the business — from a first-time FD in an owner-managed SME through to an experienced leader in a demanding, PE-backed or listed environment. Here's what the role covers day to day for the Leeds businesses we recruit for.
- Overall leadership of the finance function
- Sitting on or reporting directly into the board
- Leading financial strategy, planning and risk management
- Overseeing statutory reporting, audit and compliance
- Leading on funding, M&A or sale-process activity where relevant
- Building and developing the senior finance team
What it pays in Leeds
Real Leeds market rates, not a national average.
Medior Finance Director · Leeds
£120,833 – £139,167
Typical: £130,000 per year
High confidence — direct city benchmark
Recruiting in Leeds
Why Leeds needs
a specialist.
Finding the right finance director in Leeds usually comes down to knowing the market, not just running a keyword search. Day to day, that often means overseeing statutory reporting, audit and compliance — one of several things a finance director in Leeds is trusted to get right. Locally, that includes manufacturing and distribution businesses across the wider west yorkshire conurbation. It's a small distinction that matters: recruiting finance director roles in Leeds properly, rather than just advertising them.
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Common questions
Finance Director in Leeds FAQs.
Do you recruit Finance Director roles in Leeds?+
Yes — Finance Director is one of the positions we place in Leeds, on both a permanent and temporary basis.
What does a Finance Director do day to day in Leeds?+
The senior finance voice in the business — from a first-time FD in an owner-managed SME through to an experienced leader in a demanding, PE-backed or listed environment.
Can you provide temporary Finance Director cover in Leeds at short notice?+
Yes — covering absence, leave or an unexpected gap in a Finance Director position in Leeds is one of the most common reasons employers come to us, and we aim for a same-day response.
What's the going rate for a Finance Director in Leeds?+
Finance Director salaries in Leeds typically sit at £90k – £138k. £90k+ suits a first-time FD in an owner-managed SME. £110k–£125k suits an experienced, technically astute leader, with up to £138k for high-profile, PE-backed or turnaround environments.
What kind of Leeds employers hire Finance Directors through you?+
Recent examples include banking, building society and insurance employers with large back-office finance teams and legal and professional services firms clustered around the city centre — the specific mix varies, but that's representative of who we work with in Leeds.
Do you place candidates studying towards a qualification into Finance Director roles in Leeds?+
Yes — part-qualified and studying candidates (AAT, ACCA or CIMA depending on the role) are a genuine part of the Finance Director talent pool in Leeds, not just an afterthought.
Is a Finance Director role in Leeds permanent or temporary?+
We recruit Finance Director positions in Leeds on both a permanent and temporary basis — including short-notice cover when a team is stretched.
What happens if a Finance Director hire in Leeds doesn't work out?+
Our rebate periods and money-back guarantees mean you're covered if a placement doesn't work out as expected — ask your Market Expert for the specifics for your vacancy.
What areas around Leeds do you cover for Finance Director roles?+
We recruit Finance Director positions across Leeds itself and the surrounding commuter towns and business parks — if you're just outside the immediate area, get in touch and we'll be straight with you about whether it's somewhere we can genuinely help.
How does the process work if I want to become a Finance Director in Leeds?+
Submit your CV and a Market Expert will be in touch to talk through your experience, what you're looking for, and any live Finance Director opportunities in Leeds that genuinely fit — free, confidential, and no obligation.
How do you recruit Finance Director roles in Leeds without a local office?+
We work with Leeds employers and candidates remotely for Finance Director roles — video interviews and phone-based briefings, backed by the same vetting and market knowledge we use everywhere else.
What does it cost an employer in Leeds to recruit a Finance Director through you?+
There's no retainer and no ongoing contract — our fee is only payable on a successful placement, whether that's a one-off hire or an ongoing relationship.
Will my CV be shared with employers in Leeds without my permission?+
No — nothing about your CV or your situation is shared with any employer, in this location or any other, without your explicit permission first.
Do you charge candidates for Finance Director roles in Leeds?+
No — there's never a cost to candidates. For employers, our fee is only payable on a successful placement.
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No waffle. Just the right person.