Part Time Finance Director (Maternity Cover) We have come a long way since the beginning of our free-range journey in 2 007, and with over 40 years of farming experience under our belts, we have always remained true to our deep-rooted family values, and mission: to be leaders of innovation, warriors of welfare, championing British farming, and turning our business into a force for good. Our story is written by our exceptional team of talented, passionate people (and hens) striving every day to make our mission a reality. We have a‘get stuck in’attitude with an aim to enable our team to have a voice, as we believe in equality and an environment where you will spread your wings, and flourish. As we grow, our values help to keep our feet on the ground and true to the purpose on which our business was founded. St Ewe believe in a fairer future for all, and we know that by working together we can do much, much more. We believe that everyone has the right to live without fear or prejudice regardless of race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, social class, religion and belief. Everyone should be able to make a full contribution to society in their own unique way and live in a world which demonstrates respect and values diversity. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do everything we can to accommodate them. About the Role St Ewe Free Range Eggs Limited is a family run business which has seen significant growth and maintains an ambitious growth strategy. This role will be a 2 to 3 day a week 12 month maternity cover for the current Finance Director. This role will provide strategic leadership and be responsible for driving financial performance, strengthening governance and risk frameworks, enhancing financial systems, and ensuring robust financial control and compliance. You will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and the Board to develop and implement business strategies. Main Duties and Responsibilities 1. Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead the development and execution of the organisation’s financial strategy aligned to corporate objectives. Act as a strategic advisor to the Board and Executive Team on financial planning, investment decisions, and commercial performance. Drive budgeting, forecasting and long‑term financial planning processes across the organisation. Provide clear insight and analysis on financial performance, identifying opportunities for growth, cost optimisation, and margin improvement. Support business cases for capital investment, acquisitions, or major strategic initiatives. Ensure strong cashflow management and working capital optimisation.

2. Driving Commercial Performance

Champion Revenue Growth Management across the organisation, driving excellence across the five key levers: pricing, promotion, mix, trade terms, and price architecture. Partner with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to drive cost efficiency, margin improvement, and top‑line growth. Lead the analysis of promotions and promotional spend effectiveness, ensuring the business understands the ROI of the investment and market share impact. Build a data bank of measurement and evaluation insights to inform future promotional planning, enabling the business to move from reactive to predictive trade spend management.

3. Operational Efficiency & Performance Management

Drive operational efficiency by partnering closely with operations to identify inefficiencies, streamline processes, and optimise costs and margins across the business. Build and enhance dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics to give real‑time visibility of key financial and commercial metrics. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting, management accounts, and statutory accounts. Manage external audit process and relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and other financial stakeholders. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements. Monitor financial KPIs and ensure corrective action is taken where required.

5. Governance & Compliance

Strengthen financial governance frameworks across the organisation. Ensure appropriate financial policies, procedures are in place and adhered to. Support Board and Committee reporting, providing clear and transparent financial insight. Lead the development and oversight of the organisation’s financial risk management framework. Identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, and strategic risks. Oversee treasury management, funding arrangements, and covenant compliance.

7. Systems & Process Improvement

Review and enhance finance systems, reporting tools, and data integrity. Lead system improvement initiatives (ERP optimisation, automation, BI reporting). Drive process efficiencies within the finance function to support scalability. Improve management information and dashboard reporting for operational leaders. Embed a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team. Lead and develop a high‑performing finance team. Provide mentoring and support to senior finance managers. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance. Ensure appropriate succession planning and capability development within the function.

This document outlines the duties required for the time being of the post to indicate the level of responsibility. It is not a comprehensive or exhaustive list and duties may vary from time to time which do not change the general character of the job or the level of responsibility entailed. Part Time Finance Director (Maternity Cover) Experience

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience operating at Finance Director or senior finance leadership level in a £100m+ turnover organisation.

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