Chief Financial Officer

4 weeks ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Page Executive Full time £120,000 - £130,000

Company Overview:
An established, niche business services organization in the UK.

Role Overview:
The CFO will play a pivotal role in strategic business planning and financial budgeting aligned with the organization's objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Analysis: Interpret and present financial data, including management reports on financial performance, to create both short- and long-term financial forecasts.
  • Relationship Management: Build strong partnerships with commercial and operational leaders, providing insightful challenge and support.
  • Strategic Alignment: Ensure that financial and investment strategies are in sync with the overall business goals.
  • Finance Function Development: Lead the professionalization of the finance department, establishing a robust control framework to facilitate business growth.
  • Systems Implementation: Develop and enhance systems and processes within the finance function and related business areas to meet current and future needs.

Management Information:
Continuously improve and upgrade the management information systems to support decision-making and strategic planning.

Banking and Compliance:
Oversee the company's banking relationships, managing day-to-day banking operations and ensuring compliance with financial agreements.

Growth Opportunities:
Identify and assess acquisition prospects that align with the business's growth strategy.

External Oversight:
Supervise external audit processes and other outsourced financial functions.

Investor Communication:
Maintain regular and proactive communication with private equity investors regarding company performance and forecasts.

Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will possess a background in a similarly sized growing SME and demonstrate a successful track record in a finance leadership capacity. Strong commercial insight, ambition, and a hands-on approach are essential, along with experience in mergers and acquisitions being advantageous.

This position is suitable for a Head of Finance or Finance Director seeking to transition into a CFO role. While private equity experience is not mandatory, experience in a small business environment with a degree of autonomy is highly desirable.

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