Chief Financial Officer

Overview

As CFO, you will shape the financial strategy and steer performance across the organisation. You will report to the CEO and guide the executive team, shaping plans, forecasts, and budgets. You’ll oversee reporting and regulatory compliance while delivering actionable insights from financial data. You will manage risk, engage with investors and regulators, and drive corporate finance and M&A initiatives. This role offers strategic influence, impact on growth, and high-visibility leadership in a renowned UK financial company.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team
• Develop and implement financial plans, forecasts, and budgets
• Oversee financial reporting and regulatory compliance
• Lead financial analysis and provide actionable insights for decision-making
• Manage financial risk and implement risk management practices
• Build relationships with stakeholders including investors, institutions, and regulators
• Participate in mergers and acquisitions and drive corporate finance initiatives

Key requirements

• Proven experience as CFO or senior financial leader in the financial industry
• In-depth knowledge of financial operations, risk management, and regulations
• Track record of driving financial performance and delivering strategic initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-led insights
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Qualified accountant in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, or investment banking is desirable

• Excellent communication
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Strategic thinking
• Financial operations
• Risk management
• Regulatory compliance

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