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Head of Finance (North) Story Contracting Ltd
Salary: Excellent + Car/Allowance + Bonus
Lusona is delighted to be retained by Story Contracting Ltd to appoint a Head of Finance (North) for their expanding regional leadership team.
Story Contracting is a privately owned, award-winning infrastructure and construction business operating across the UK. With an outstanding reputation for delivery, safety, and long-term client partnerships, the business continues to grow across its core divisions: Energy, Transport, and Construction. The organisation is widely recognised for its collaborative culture, operational excellence, and commitment to continuous improvement.
The Role
This is a pivotal senior leadership appointment within the business. The Head of Finance (North) will:
- Lead all regional finance activity
- Ensure robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective business partnering to support operational and commercial decision-making
- Work closely with the regional leadership team to drive performance, strengthen governance, and support sustainable, profitable growth
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the regional finance team, fostering a high-performance culture
- Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes across the region
- Provide clear, insightful analysis of trading performance, identifying risks and opportunities
- Deliver strong financial control and governance frameworks
- Partner with operational and commercial leaders to influence strategic decisions
- Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems, and reporting
About You
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
- Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within a complex or project-based environment
- Background in construction, civil engineering, or engineering strongly preferred
- Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to influence operational decision-making
- Demonstrable expertise in financial control, reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge at senior level
- Proven leadership capability, including team development and performance management
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and drive continuous improvement
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What’s on Offer
An excellent salary and benefits package is available, reflecting the significance of this role and the calibre of candidate sought.
For a confidential discussion, please contact our Group Director: Jim Rankine – jim@lusona.co.uk
Exclusively managed by** Lusona Consultancy All third-party or direct applications to* Story Contracting Ltd will be redirected via Lusona.
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