Finance Director services tailored to your business
Get the financial clarity and support you need to improve profit, manage cash flows and make confident decisions — without recruiting full time.
Do you want to...?
Common challenges I help with
Spending hours on spreadsheets but still don't know if you're on track?
Managing finances manually is time-consuming and leaves you guessing about your true position.
Making big decisions based on gut feeling?
Without clear financial analysis, it's hard to know which opportunities are truly worth pursuing.
Cash flow surprises catching you off guard?
Unexpected shortfalls or surpluses mean you're not planning effectively for the future and your business could be at risk.
You built your business with expertise and vision
I'll help you strengthen the financial side so you can keep growing confidently.
I'm Samira Taylor — a Chartered Accountant who speaks plain English, not jargon. I work with Southwest businesses to bring big-company financial expertise at a fraction of the cost.
17 years' experience helping businesses like yours get clarity, control, and confidence from their numbers.
How I can help you
Four key outcomes that make a real difference to your business
See clearly where you stand
Financial insights that show what's actually working and what's not
Plan with confidence
Know you'll have enough cash and reduce the risk of unpleasant surprises
Make better decisions faster
Financial analysis that gives you the clarity to make confident decisions
Save time and reduce costs
I find the inefficiencies and plug the leaks you didn't know were there
Not sure where to start?
Get a Financial Health Review
I'll assess your financial performance, position, and operations — then show you exactly where the opportunities are.
Book a Free No-Obligation ConsultationServices I Offer
Whether you need ongoing support or a one-off project, I work the way that suits your business
Strategic Planning
Financial Planning and Analysis
Finance Optimisation
Project Management
Financial Health Review
17 years' experience you can trust
From billion-pound companies to owner-managed businesses across manufacturing, construction, waste management, and more. I know what great looks like — and how to make it work at your scale.
With 17 years in the finance world, I help businesses gain clarity, control, and confidence in their numbers.
What people say about my work
"Not only is she an excellent accountant with an astute business mind, she is an industrious leader … and has immense business acumen. I encourage all businesses to engage with her …"
— Founder and Director of multi-million turnover local business
"Samira is a level-headed professional and has great commercial awareness and an acute attention to detail … I am always impressed by her cheery, direct approach and 'can do' attitude. I highly recommend Samira"
— Director of multi-million turnover local business
"Always someone who could be relied upon and a fun person to have around"
— Finance Director of multi-billion turnover Plc